Central Kalahari in January

Visiting Central Kalahari in January is possible, but comes with some trade-offs in weather or sightings.

Weather in Central Kalahari in January

Average highs in January are around 33°C, dropping to about 20°C at night. This is the rainy season, so expect frequent showers and occasionally harder roads.

What happens in January

After the rains, fossil valleys such as Deception Valley turn green and draw springbok and oryx, followed by predators.

Experience quality this month is 4 out of 5, and visitor levels are quiet. The best period overall is March to April.

What to pack

• light cotton clothing, a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water
• a rain jacket and a dry bag for your camera
• binoculars for distant wildlife

Central Kalahari 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: Botswana Tourism - Central Kalahari Game Reserve · Botswana Tourism - Ghanzi · Climates to Travel (1991-2020 normals) - Ghanzi
Figures are approximate averages and vary from year to year.