January weather forecast
Zimbabwe

January falls in the midst of Zimbabwe's summer season, marking the peak of the rainy period. It is one of the wettest months, with the country receiving significant rainfall, averaging 100mm (3.94") to 200mm (7.87"), depending on the region. In the low-lying areas, particularly in the Zambezi Valley and the southeastern Lowveld, temperatures frequently exceed 30°C (86°F). This heat, combined with the high levels of humidity resulting from the frequent rains, can make conditions feel intense and somewhat oppressive.

In contrast, the weather is a bit milder in Zimbabwe's highland regions. The capital city, Harare, located on the Highveld, experiences average daytime temperatures ranging from 20°C (68°F) to 25°C (77°F) in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop to 15°C (59°F), offering some relief from the daytime heat.

Victoria Falls, another notable city and popular tourist destination, also experiences high temperatures in January. However, the heavy mist from the falls provides a cooling effect, which can be a welcome respite for visitors.

In comparison to December, the preceding month, January sees an increase in both rainfall and temperature. The rainy season is in full swing, and the heat of the summer is at its peak. Conversely, as the country transitions into February, there is typically a marginal decrease in rainfall, though the temperatures remain relatively high. In most regions, February continues to be a part of the hot, wet summer season.

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• Harare - January »
  The month with the most rainfall in Harare is January, when the rain falls for 24.4 days and typically aggregates up to 151mm (5.94") of precipitation. In Harare, during January, the rain falls for 24.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 151mm (5.94") of precipitation.
• Bulawayo - January »
  The New Year in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe opens with January, a month demonstrating a relatively high humidity level of 71%, delivering the atmosphere a moist and warm feeling. With a balance between ample sunshine duration and cloud cover, January's weather in Bulawayo provides an ideal start for the year.
• Chitungwiza - January »
  The transition from December to January in Chitungwiza sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.8°C (78.4°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. In Chitungwiza, in January, during 24.4 rainfall days, 151mm (5.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Mutare - January »
  January witnesses the freshest atmosphere in Mutare, Zimbabwe with a high relative humidity of 80%. The average heat index, which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in January is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).
• Gweru - January »
  As Gweru ushers in January, the high temperature records at a still warm 26.3°C (79.3°F), matching the readings of the prior month. On the last day of January, in Gweru, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:43 CAT.
• Epworth - January »
  The month with the most rainfall in Epworth, Zimbabwe, is January, when the rain falls for 24.4 days and typically aggregates up to 151mm (5.94") of precipitation. Temperature readings in Epworth, Zimbabwe in January remain relatively high, setting the overall humid mood for the New Year month.
• Chinhoyi - January »
  The month with the most rainfall in Chinhoyi is January, when the rain falls for 28.3 days and typically aggregates up to 190mm (7.48") of precipitation. On the first day of January in Chinhoyi sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:36.
• Norton - January »
  January is the month during which Norton, Zimbabwe experiences the height of the wet season. The months with the highest UV index in Norton are January, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.