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Waterberg Weather in January

Thinking of visiting Waterberg in January? Expect very high temperatures reaching 32°C (90°F) during the day, dropping to 19°C (66°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Waterberg in January

The climate data from previous years indicates about 16 days of rain, averaging 123 mm (4.8 in) for the month. This month brings frequent, heavy showers. Both the number of wet days and the rainfall totals are on the high side.

Temperature in Waterberg in January

January in Waterberg brings typical temperatures with highs around 32°C (90°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F). For most visitors, the main thing to prepare for is the heat during the day. At 19°C (66°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Waterberg in January

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 263 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Waterberg.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April, May, June, July and August typically offer the best weather for Waterberg.

Waterberg Temperature in January

Min Temperature

19°C (66°F)

Max Temperature

32°C (90°F)

Chance of Rain

53%

Precipitation

123 mm (4.8 in)

Rainy days

16 days

Sunshine

263 hours *

Percentage Sunshine

* Data from: Otjiwarongo, Namibia (61 KM, 38 Miles).

Waterberg Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Waterberg - and find the best time to visit.

January

32°C (90°F)View January → February

31°C (88°F)View February → March

30°C (86°F)View March → April

29°C (84°F)View April → May

27°C (81°F)View May → June

25°C (77°F)View June → July

24°C (75°F)View July → August

28°C (82°F)View August → This monthSeptember

32°C (90°F)View September → October

34°C (93°F)View October → November

33°C (91°F)View November → December

33°C (91°F)View December →

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Historical weather records for Waterberg in January

Browse day-by-day weather records for Waterberg spanning 22 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Waterberg historical weather extremes in January

Based on 20 years of weather observations in Waterberg between 2005 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.

On January 2, 2012, temperatures climbed to 39°C (102°F), marking the warmest January day on record.
The coldest January day was on January 2, 2021, with a maximum of 18°C (64°F).
Waterberg registered its coldest January night on January 6, 2014, with temperatures dropping to 10°C (50°F).
The heaviest January precipitation occurred on January 30, 2022, when 45 mm (1.8 in) of precipitation fell.

Best Places in Namibia in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation

Temperatures Precipitation

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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).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

What to Wear in Waterberg in January

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Waterberg in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10
Cycling

7/10
Walking

7/10
Camping

6/10
Outdoor sports

7/10

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Popular in January

Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.

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