January · Botswana
Best time to visit Kasane in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kasane in January
Average temperature 24°C, 193 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
7.0/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 193 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Kasane scores 7.0/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 24°C, 193 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kasane sits on the Chobe River in northern Botswana, a base for elephant-watching boat trips and safaris.
January in Kasane: strong conditions, 8th of 12
January averages 24°C (74°F) — warm for the outdoors: start trails early, use shaded routes at midday, and carry more water than you think you need.
Monthly rainfall reaches 193 mm — wet for this destination — but about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 7/10 here, 8th of 12 months, against 9.7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? May scores 2.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kasane in January?
- In January, Kasane averages 24°C, 193 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.0/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Kasane?
- January earns a 7.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kasane in January?
- Expect about 193 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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