January · Congo
Best time to visit Brazzaville in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Brazzaville in January
Average temperature 26°C, 168 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 83% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
5.0/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 168 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Brazzaville scores 5.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 26°C, 168 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Brazzaville is the Republic of the Congo's riverfront capital, with markets, Poto-Poto arts, colonial traces, and views across the Congo River.
January in Brazzaville — workable with trade-offs
At 26°C (78°F) this is comfortable city weather in January, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
168 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 5/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 8.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Brazzaville — 3.6 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Brazzaville in January?
- In January, Brazzaville averages 26°C, 168 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.0/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Brazzaville?
- January earns a 5.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Brazzaville in January?
- Expect about 168 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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