South Luangwa in January

January is outside the preferred season for South Luangwa; most visitors choose August to October.

Weather in South Luangwa in January

Average highs in January are around 32°C, dropping to about 21°C at night. This is the rainy season, so expect frequent showers and occasionally harder roads.

What happens in January

Green season: heavy rain, many bush camps close and some lodges offer boat trips.

Experience quality this month is 2 out of 5, and visitor levels are very quiet. The best period overall is August 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

South Luangwa 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: Zambia Tourism - South Luangwa National Park · Zambia Tourism - Mfuwe International Airport · Climates to Travel (1991-2020 normals) - Zambia (Mfuwe)
Figures are approximate averages and vary from year to year.