Victoria Falls weather in January (Zimbabwe)

Planning a trip to Victoria Falls in January? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Victoria Falls typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 30°C, while nights can cool down to about 20°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Victoria Falls in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 203 mm for the month. This month marks the year's heaviest rainfall, with frequent intense rainshowers. It's advisable to be prepared with appropriate rain gear to stay dry. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 15 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 213 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Victoria Falls. April, May, June, July and August 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 Victoria Falls climate page with graphs.

 

Victoria Falls, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 203 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 75% *  

Sunshine 213 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Livingstone, Zambia (9 KM, 6 Miles).

Where to go in Zimbabwe in January

Find out more about the weather in Zimbabwe 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 Victoria Falls 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

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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