Victoria Falls in January

January is outside the preferred season for Victoria Falls; most visitors choose May to October.

Weather in Victoria Falls in January

Average highs in January are around 29°C, dropping to about 19°C at night. This is the rainy season, so expect frequent showers and occasionally harder roads.

What happens in January

Experience quality this month is 2 out of 5, and visitor levels are moderate. The best period overall is May to October.

What to pack

• neutral-coloured layers
• a rain jacket and a dry bag for your camera
• insect repellent and long sleeves for the evening
• binoculars for distant wildlife

Victoria Falls through the year

Other good choices in January

• Bwindi Uganda
• Ngorongoro Tanzania
• Serengeti Tanzania
• Volcanoes Rwanda
• Lake Nakuru Kenya
• Murchison Falls Uganda

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Sources: ZimParks - Victoria Falls National Park · UNESCO World Heritage Centre - Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls · Climates to Travel (1991-2020 normals) - Victoria Falls
Figures are approximate averages and vary from year to year.