The weather in January in Zimbabwe
It's hot in January in Zimbabwe with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 21°C.
Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in Zimbabwe. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of 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 Zimbabwe. 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 39°C in 2016, Zimbabwe reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 15°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 206 mm of precipitation, spread over 24 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in January for Zimbabwe
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Zimbabwe. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Zimbabwe | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 30°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 19°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 206 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 24 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Zimbabwe with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 20°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 31°C, with nights around 20°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Zimbabwe is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 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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The climate in Zimbabwe is based on weather data from Victoria Falls. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Zimbabwe to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Zimbabwe. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Zimbabwe
Temperature in January in Zimbabwe over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Zimbabwe. 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 Zimbabwe
Total precipitation in January in Zimbabwe over the years
Daily UV index in January in Zimbabwe
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Zimbabwe, 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 Zimbabwe
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There are regular refreshing rain showers that pragmatically counteract the heat. This is great for those who like warm climates.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Zimbabwe by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Zimbabwe. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.