Kabwe weather in January (Zambia)

What weather conditions can you expect in Kabwe this January? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In January, Kabwe typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 28°C. At night, they generally drop to 19°C.

Precipitation

Kabwe in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 247 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 19 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 182 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kabwe. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kabwe, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 64%  

Precipitation 247 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 81%  

Windspeed 11 km/h  

Sunshine 182 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 44%  

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Kabwe.

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