January · Botswana
Best time to visit Maun in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Maun in January
Average temperature 26°C, 125 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 58% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
6.5/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 125 mm
- Humidity
- 58%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Maun scores 6.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 125 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Maun is the launch point for the Okavango Delta, where mokoro trips and light aircraft reach the channels.
January in Maun — middling scores, decent value
January averages 26°C (80°F), so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Monthly rainfall reaches 125 mm — wet for this destination — but about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 6.5/10 here, 8th of 12 months, against 9.5/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? May scores 3 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Maun in January?
- In January, Maun averages 26°C, 125 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.5/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Maun?
- January earns a 6.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Maun in January?
- Expect about 125 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 58% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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