Tsumeb weather in January (Namibia)

How is the weather in Tsumeb in January? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Tsumeb generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 32°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 20°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Tsumeb in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 138 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. Rain is expected on roughly 16 days.

The city usually sees around 264 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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

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

 

Tsumeb, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Chance of Rain 52%  

Precipitation 138 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 56% *  

Sunshine 264 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Grootfontein, Namibia (57 KM, 35 Miles).

Where to go in Namibia in January

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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 Tsumeb 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

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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