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Chingola weather in January (Zambia)

Is January a good time to explore Chingola weather-wise? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Chingola tends to experience high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 27°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 18°C.

Precipitation

Chingola in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 281 mm for the month. With the year's heaviest rain occurring this month, it's best to be equipped with a poncho to handle the frequent downpours. You can typically expect 23 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Chingola. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Chingola climate page with graphs.

 

Chingola, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 78%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 281 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 23 days  

Where to go in Zambia in January

Find out more about the weather in Zambia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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