January · Namibia
Best time to visit Etosha in JanuaryWeather, crowds & prices
January score
6.2/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 108 mm
- Humidity
- 48%
- Sunny days
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Etosha scores 6.2/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 108 mm of rain, and roughly 31 sunny days this month.
Etosha's salt pan and waterholes concentrate wildlife-elephants, rhinos, and lions against stark white-basin horizons. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Etosha in January?
- In January, Etosha averages 27°C, 108 mm of rain, and about 31 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 6.2/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Etosha?
- January earns a 6.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Etosha in January?
- Expect about 108 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 48% and there are about 31 sunny days.
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