Kitwe weather in January (Zambia)

How is the weather in Kitwe in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In January, Kitwe generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 27°C, while nights can cool down to about 18°C.

Kitwe in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 284 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 23 days of rain are anticipated.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kitwe. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Kitwe, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 76%  

Precipitation 284 mm  

Rainy days 23 days  

Where to go in Zambia in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Kitwe in January?

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 in January.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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