Lubumbashi weather in January (Democratic Republic of Congo)

How is the weather in Lubumbashi in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Lubumbashi generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 27°C. But by evening, they drop to around 18°C.

Lubumbashi in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 271 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. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 24 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 129 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

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

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

 

Lubumbashi, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 79%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 271 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 24 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 129 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  

Where to go in Democratic Republic of Congo in January

Find out more about the weather in Democratic Republic of Congo in January and which places have the best weather 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 Lubumbashi 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.

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

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Lubumbashi.

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