January · Comoros
Best time to visit Moroni in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Moroni in January
Average temperature 28°C, 228 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
7.3/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 228 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
January in Moroni scores 7.3/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 228 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Moroni is the capital of the Comoros, with a whitewashed medina, a harbour and a volcano rising behind it.
January in Moroni: strong conditions, 11th of 12
Days in January average 28°C (83°F) and humidity near 79% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 228 mm, but with about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 7.3/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, August is materially better in Moroni — 2.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Moroni in January?
- In January, Moroni averages 28°C, 228 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.3/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Moroni?
- January earns a 7.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Moroni in January?
- Expect about 228 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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