Temperatures in January
It's warm in January in Swakopmund with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 24°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 18°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Swakopmund in January. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Swakopmund with warm temperatures, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights close to 17°C. You won’t see any precipitation in the first days of the month, it’s all sunny skies.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature rises to around 26°C, with nights close to 18°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Swakopmund will be around 26°C, with nights close to 18°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in January
According to weather history, there is only 6,2 mm of precipitation in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
The average chance of precipitation is only 6% in January.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in January for Swakopmund. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Swakopmund in January |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
25°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
27°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
24°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
6,2 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
2 days | 9 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Swakopmund?
Want nice weather? Then January is a great time to be in Swakopmund. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Swakopmund in January
With 36°C, Swakopmund hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 1°C to a high of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Swakopmund
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Swakopmund, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in January in Swakopmund
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Daily Precipitation in January in Swakopmund
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Swakopmund, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect around 2 days of rain in Swakopmund.
Daily UV Index in January in Swakopmund
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Swakopmund, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Swakopmund Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Swakopmund, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Swakopmund Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Swakopmund, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in January for Swakopmund
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Swakopmund. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in January in Swakopmund
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Warm but not too hot, ideal for exploring the city extensively. Temperatures were usually between 20 and 25 degrees Celsius. Highly recommended!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Swakopmund by Month
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