Temperatures in January
It's warm in January in Zambia with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 19°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Zambia 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 Zambia with hot temperatures, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights close to 19°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature drops to around 27°C, with nights close to 19°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
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 Zambia will be around 27°C, with nights close to 18°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in January
In January, there is an average of 308 mm of precipitation, spread over 27 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
With an average precipitation chance of 87% this month, rainy days are almost inevitable.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in January for Zambia. 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.
Zambia in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
27°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
28°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
25°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
308 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
27 days | 9 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 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 Zambia?
After some sun? Then January isn’t the best time to be in Zambia. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Zambia in January
With 33°C, Zambia hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2018. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 10°C to a high of 21°C.
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The climate of Zambia is based on weather data from Lusaka. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Zambia for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in January in Zambia
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Zambia, 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 Zambia
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Daily Precipitation in January in Zambia
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Zambia, 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 27 days of rain in Zambia.
Daily UV Index in January in Zambia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Zambia, 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 Zambia Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Zambia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Zambia Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Zambia, 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 Zambia
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Zambia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in January in Zambia
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Average Weather in Zambia by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Zambia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
