Swakopmund

Erongo Region Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Erongo Region, Namibia in January.

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Swakopmund Karibib

Are you planning a trip a to Erongo Region, Namibia in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Erongo Region in January

Erongo Region, Namibia is a region in Namibia. January in Erongo Region generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Swakopmund at 25°C (77°F) to very warm in Karibib at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Karibib and 17°C (63°F) in Swakopmund.

For specific regional insights in Erongo Region, Namibia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Swakopmund with an average of 5.9 mm (0.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Karibib with 64 mm (2.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Swakopmund gets roughly 0 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Erongo Region in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Erongo Region

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Erongo Region, Namibia?

Temperature range in Erongo Region (January)

Precipitation variation in Erongo Region (January)

Swakopmund

In January Swakopmund generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
0 hours
0 hours
0 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.8 mm (0.1 in)
5.9 mm (0.2 in)
9 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Swakopmund →

Karibib

In January Karibib generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Karibib →

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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Erongo Region in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Swakopmund 25°C (77°F) 17°C (63°F) 5.9 mm (0.2 in)
Karibib 33°C (91°F) 19°C (66°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)

Erongo Region weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Erongo Region, Namibia in January?

Erongo Region, Namibia typically experiences perfect weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Swakopmund average around 25°C (77°F), and temperatures drop to about 17°C (63°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Erongo Region, Namibia in January?

In Swakopmund, the average daytime high in January is 25°C (77°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 17°C (63°F).

Does Erongo Region, Namibia get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Erongo Region, Namibia during January, with Swakopmund averaging close to 5.9 mm (0.2 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Erongo Region, Namibia?

In our opinion, January is a good time to visit Erongo Region, Namibia with overall perfect weather in Swakopmund.

On average, the best time to visit Erongo Region, Namibia is in with generally perfect weather in Swakopmund.

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