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Weather in Windhoek for January 2026

Your guide to Windhoek weather in January - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • Until now, January 2026 in Windhoek has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 30 °C (showing only a slight deviation of -0.2 °C).

  • Expect cooler weather in the next days in Windhoek with the forecast suggesting a temperature of 29.4 °C, lower than the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Windhoek at the beginning of January is 29.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 30.4 °C by the end of January.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Windhoek in January brings notable rainfall, with an average of 19 rainy days and a total precipitation of 82 mm.

Average dry days
12
Dry days
Average rainy days
19
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
30°/19°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
23 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
36 %
Avg humidity

Windhoek Weather January

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December
February
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Cloudy
31°
2
Overcast
31°
3
Moderate or heavy rain shower
29°
4
Moderate or heavy rain shower
27°
5
Sunny
27°
6
Patchy rain possible
29°
7
Partly cloudy
30°
8
Partly cloudy
31°
9
Partly cloudy
32°
10
Overcast
31°
11
Overcast
31°
12
Sunny
32°
13
Partly cloudy
31°
14
Partly cloudy
31°
15
Patchy rain possible
30°
16
Moderate or heavy rain shower
30°
17
Moderate or heavy rain shower
30°
18
Moderate or heavy rain shower
31°
19
Patchy rain possible
31°
20
Moderate or heavy rain shower
30°
21
Patchy rain possible
30°
22
Moderate or heavy rain shower
29°
23
Moderate or heavy rain shower
30°
24
Thundery outbreaks possible
30°
25
Patchy rain possible
30°
26
Partly cloudy
30°
27
Partly cloudy
31°
28
Patchy rain possible
30°
29
Sunny
32°
30
Patchy rain possible
30°
31
Patchy rain possible
30°

Temperatures trend during January in Windhoek

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January weather in Windhoek day by day

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December February
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
 31° /18° 0.3 mm 11
2 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 31° /19° 0.2 mm 10
3 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 29° /18° 7 mm 10
4 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 27° /18° 4.7 mm 9
5 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 27° /16° 2.1 mm 10
6 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 29° /16° 0.1 mm 11
7 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 30° /17° 0.8 mm 11
8 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 31° /18° 0 mm 11
9 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 32° /19° 0 mm 12
10 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 31° /20° 0.1 mm 12
11 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 31° /19° 0.3 mm 10
12 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 32° /18° 2.5 mm 11
13 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 31° /19° 0.4 mm 11
14 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 31° /19° 2.1 mm 12
15 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /19° 0.7 mm 11
16 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 30° /19° 3.8 mm 11
17 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 30° /18° 2.1 mm 11
18 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 31° /18° 4.2 mm 9
19 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 31° /18° 2.7 mm 11
20 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 30° /18° 5.8 mm 11
21 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /18° 3 mm 11
22 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 29° /19° 6.3 mm 10
23 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 30° /19° 5 mm 11
24 Jan. Thundery outbreaks possible
Thundery outbreaks possible
 30° /19° 1.6 mm 11
25 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /18° 0.3 mm 11
26 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 30° /19° 1.9 mm 11
27 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 31° /19° 1.9 mm 11
28 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /18° 0.8 mm 2
29 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 32° /18° 0.1 mm 2.9
30 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /20° 1.8 mm 2.8
31 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 30° /19° 2.1 mm 3
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Windhoek in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Windhoek forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Windhoek in January - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Windhoek during January?

Expect warm days with temperatures around 30°, cooling to mild conditions of 19° after sunset. Perfect for those who enjoy warm weather.

How much rainfall should be expected in Windhoek during January?

Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Windhoek during January, with a total of 82 mm spread over approximately 19 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.

What are the typical wind conditions in Windhoek during January?

The average wind speed in Windhoek during January is 23 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

January rainfall patterns in Windhoek

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Windhoeks January weather 💧
Typically, Windhoek has 19 rainy days in January with a total of 82 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Windhoek during January

Stay informed about UV levels for safe outdoor activities throughout the month of January ☀️

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