January · Zambia
Best time to visit Livingstone in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Livingstone in January
Average temperature 23°C, 193 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
7.3/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 193 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Livingstone scores 7.3/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 23°C, 193 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Livingstone sits beside Victoria Falls in Zambia, the quieter side for rafting, river cruises and wildlife.
January in Livingstone: strong conditions, 8th of 12
Trail conditions at 23°C (73°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in January; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
193 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 7.3/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 9.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Livingstone — 2.4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Livingstone in January?
- In January, Livingstone averages 23°C, 193 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.3/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Livingstone?
- 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 Livingstone in January?
- Expect about 193 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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