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Mikumi National Park in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Mikumi National Park in January 2027? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether January is a good month to travel to Mikumi National Park, Tanzania.

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Mikumi National Park in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Mikumi National Park in January in summary
Very bad weather
Min 20°C Max 30°C 536 mm 23 day(s) 96% 50% UV 6 10.5 h/day
Possible activities in January
Animal observationNature and landscapes
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 06:26 18:56
Hourly weather

Average weather in Mikumi National Park in January 2027

Very bad weather

The weather in Mikumi National Park in January 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in January. This allows you to forecast the weather in January 2027. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Mikumi National Park in January

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Mikumi National Park in January.

Temperatures and rain in Mikumi National Park in January

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in January.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of January is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Mikumi National Park in January

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Mikumi National Park in January

Check the seasonal normals in Mikumi National Park in January and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
January
Weather data December January February
Outside temperature
Average temperature 25.1°C 25.0°C 25.1°C
Maximum temperature 30.2°C 30.0°C 30.3°C
Minimum temperature 20.0°C 20.1°C 19.9°C
Record maximum temperature 35.0°C
(2021)
36.0°C
(2018)
36.0°C
(2015)
Record low temperature 17.0°C
(2009)
17.0°C
(2009)
15.0°C
(2009)
Number of days at +30° 21 day(s)
(68%)
20 day(s)
(65%)
20 day(s)
(69%)
Number of days at +18° 31 day(s)
(100%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
28 day(s)
(97%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Wind
Wind speed 10 km/h 9 km/h 9 km/h
Wind temperature 20.0°C 20.1°C 19.9°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 465.5 mm 535.7 mm 441.3 mm
Number of days with precipitation 30 day(s)
(97%)
29 day(s)
(94%)
26 day(s)
(90%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 22 day(s)
(70%)
23 day(s)
(73%)
19 day(s)
(67%)
Record precipitation in one day 85.8 mm
(2015)
87.5 mm
(2016)
103.6 mm
(2016)
Other weather data
Humidity 96% 96% 96%
Visibility 7.6 km 7.3 km 7.6 km
Cloud cover 46% 50% 47%
UV index 6 6 6
Daily sunshine 11h 10h 10h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h10 06h26 06h36
Sunset time 18h43 18h56 18h56
Day length 12h33 12h30 12h20
Our opinion on the climate in January
The review of Where And When adverse weather very bad weather adverse weather
Activities and events

What to do in Mikumi National Park in January?

Possible activities in January
Animal observationNature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Mikumi National Park in January last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Mikumi National Park in January 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Light rain shower
21°C27°C1.2 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
20°C28°C1.2 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
20°C28°C2.3 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
19°C30°C0.2 mm
5
Light rain shower
19°C27°C2.0 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
20°C28°C0.5 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
19°C26°C0.1 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
19°C29°C0.0 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
19°C29°C0.1 mm
10
Patchy rain nearby
19°C31°C0.3 mm
11
Patchy rain nearby
20°C32°C0.4 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
19°C31°C1.0 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
20°C29°C1.0 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
20°C30°C0.6 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
19°C31°C0.0 mm
16
Partly Cloudy
20°C30°C0.0 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
21°C30°C0.1 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
19°C32°C0.4 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
20°C31°C1.8 mm
20
Light rain shower
19°C22°C5.1 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
20°C29°C5.6 mm
22
Light rain shower
20°C26°C3.9 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
20°C30°C1.1 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
20°C31°C0.3 mm
25
Light rain shower
20°C27°C2.9 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
19°C29°C0.8 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
20°C30°C1.6 mm
28
Light rain shower
20°C24°C3.1 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
20°C28°C2.3 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
20°C30°C2.1 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
20°C32°C1.9 mm
Nearby

Where to go near Mikumi National Park in January?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Mikumi National Park in January: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Not really. The weather conditions are unfavorable in Mikumi National Park in January, which places this month 11th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 30°C during the day and 20°C at night, with about 536 mm of precipitation spread over 23 rainy days.

Expect about 10.5 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No activity stands out as ideal this month, but conditions remain acceptable for Animal observation and Nature and landscapes.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 33/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Mikumi National Park are: May, June, July, August, September and October. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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