January weather - Summer 2024 - Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Weather in January
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Average pressure in January
Average wind speed in January
Average humidity in January
Average rainfall in January
Average rainfall days in January
Average daylight in January
Average sunshine in January
Average sunshine days in January
Average UV index in January
Average cloud cover in January
Average visibility in January

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Weather in January

January in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, is one of the warmest months of the year with high humidity levels and persistent rain. The temperature fluctuates between a comfortable 20°C (68°F) and a steamy 29.4°C (84.9°F), making outdoor activities rather damp. Compared to the following month, January experiences higher rainfall and marginally higher temperatures. UV index readings signal a moderate threat of harm from unprotected sun exposure, cautioning visitors to apply sunblock and wear sun-protective clothing. With 73% relative humidity and 125mm (4.92") precipitation, it showcases the classic high-rainfall conditions in the height of Zimbabwe's rain season.

Temperature

Victoria Falls's weather in January displays an average high-temperature of a warm 29.4°C (84.9°F), showing minor disparity from December's 31°C (87.8°F). Victoria Falls's January nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 20°C (68°F).

Heat index

In January, the average heat index is evaluated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.4 days and accumulates 125mm (4.92") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:57 CAT.

Sunshine

In Victoria Falls, the average sunshine in January is 9.7h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Victoria Falls during January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Victoria Falls, is 29.4°C (84.9°F) and the average low-temperature is 20°C (68°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in January is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Victoria Falls?

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

What is the rainiest month in Victoria Falls?

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 22.4 days and typically aggregates up to 125mm (4.92") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Victoria Falls?

In Victoria Falls, in January, it is raining for 22.4 days, with typically 125mm (4.92") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in January in Victoria Falls?

The average day length in January in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, is 13h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Victoria Falls?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of the month, in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:57 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in January in Victoria Falls?

The average sunshine duration in January in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, is 9.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Victoria Falls?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Victoria Falls is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

31°C 87.8°F

29.4°C 84.9°F

28.8°C 83.8°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.2km/h 5.7mph

9km/h 5.6mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

6.3

6.5

5.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average high temperature in January: 29.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (25.3°C).

Average low temperature in January: 20°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (22.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.1°C).

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Average pressure in January
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average pressure in January: 1010mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average wind speed in January: 8.3km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are September and October (12.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.2km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (24%).

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Average rainfall in January
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average rainfall in January: 125mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (125mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average rainfall days in January: 22.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average daylight in January: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

Average sunshine in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average sunshine days in January: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average UV index in January: 6

The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in January
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 2).

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Average visibility in January
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (9km).

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January weather forecast
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

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