The month in detail
What to expect in January
Summer in Victoria Falls brings pleasant temperatures (28°C) and long sunny days (6.3h of sunshine). Expect rain on 45% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if April (9.2/10) remains theoretically better.
January ranks 8 out of 12 months in Victoria Falls. Compared to December: −3°C daytime, −0.9h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
muggy at times
19°
Daylight
13.0h of daylight
Air quality
excellent
AQI 17
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Victoria Falls is April (9.2/10), 1.4 pt higher than January.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Hotels & rentals · Victoria Falls
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Tours, tickets, experiences
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🎟️ Activities & tours · Victoria Falls
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · Zimbabwe
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyDollar zimbabwéen ($)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthOctober · 36°C
❄️Coolest monthJune · 25°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 45%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Other destinations in January
If January doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Victoria Falls ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
ZimbabweTemperate climate with a 9.2 → 4.9 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
17.92°S · 25.86°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Victoria Falls?
April is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 17.0°C lows, 8.3h of sunshine and 7.0% rainy days. The months of April & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Victoria Falls get in April?
Victoria Falls averages 8.3 sunshine hours per day in April. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in Victoria Falls?
October is the most unfavourable month with October has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Victoria Falls in April?
In April, overnight lows reach 17.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Victoria Falls good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Victoria Falls scores 6.7/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains April with a score of 8.9/10.
When should you avoid Victoria Falls?
October is the most difficult month to visit Victoria Falls, with October has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Victoria Falls in January?
The average UV index reaches 8 in January in Victoria Falls (very high), with about 13.0h of daylight. Protection essential.