January · Botswana
Best time to visit Okavango Delta in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Okavango Delta in January
Average temperature 27°C, 113 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 57% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
6.4/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 113 mm
- Humidity
- 57%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Okavango Delta scores 6.4/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 113 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Okavango Delta spreads a maze of channels and islands where the river ends in the Kalahari sand.
January in Okavango Delta — middling scores, decent value
January averages 27°C (80°F), so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Monthly rainfall reaches 113 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 6.4/10 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.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? May scores 3.1 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Okavango Delta in January?
- In January, Okavango Delta averages 27°C, 113 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.4/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Okavango Delta?
- January earns a 6.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Okavango Delta in January?
- Expect about 113 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 57% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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