Lubumbashi in January
6.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C. Very wet: about 29 rainy days.
26°CAvg high
18°CAvg low
29Rainy days (258 mm)
12:37 hDaylight
06:01Sunrise · 18:38 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C
- Very wet: about 29 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in January is fairly consistent from year to year (1.7 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C | 18°C | 258 mm | 29 | – | – | 6.1 |
| February | 26°C | 18°C | 214 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
| March | 26°C | 17°C | 170 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| April | 27°C | 16°C | 35 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| May | 27°C | 14°C | 2 mm | 1 | – | – | 9.0 |
| June | 26°C | 12°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| July | 25°C | 11°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| August | 28°C | 14°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 9.1 |
| September | 31°C | 17°C | 3 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.5 |
| October | 32°C | 19°C | 25 mm | 5 | – | – | 7.7 |
| November | 29°C | 18°C | 130 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.3 |
| December | 26°C | 18°C | 227 mm | 28 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Lubumbashi in January?
Daytime highs average 26°C and nights about 18°C.
When is the best time to visit Lubumbashi?
The best months are June, July, August, May.