The weather in January in Swakopmund

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.

Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Swakopmund. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.

Average temperatures and precipitation

This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Swakopmund, Namibia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.

Temperature records

With 36°C in 2022, Swakopmund reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 1°C to a highest value of 22°C.

Rainfall amount

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.

Daily weather in January for Swakopmund

Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Swakopmund. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

January weather comparison

  Swakopmund New York
Average temperature 25°C 5°C
Max. temperature 27°C 11°C
Min. temperature 16°C -5°C
Total precipitation 6,2 mm 97 mm
Rainy days 3 days 12 days

Start of January

The month of January starts in Swakopmund with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 17°C.

Mid January

By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 26°C, with nights around 18°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.

End of January

By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Swakopmund is around 26°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.

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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.

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Temperature charts

These charts show the average temperatures in January in Swakopmund, Namibia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Daily Temperature in January in Swakopmund

Temperature in January in Swakopmund over the years

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Swakopmund, Namibia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.

Daily Precipitation in January in Swakopmund

Total precipitation in January in Swakopmund over the years

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.

Weather experiences in January in Swakopmund

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Warm but not too hot, ideal for exploring the city extensively. Temperatures were generally 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

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Swakopmund. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.