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Sumbawanga in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Sumbawanga 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 Sumbawanga, Tanzania.

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Sumbawanga in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Sumbawanga in January in summary
Adverse weather
Min 18°C Max 22°C 447 mm 23 day(s) 88% 49% 10.0 h/day
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 06:47 19:19
Hourly weather

Average weather in Sumbawanga in January 2027

Adverse weather

The weather in Sumbawanga 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.

From 1st to 31 January 2027
0h
Dominant weather
Moderate rain at times
14 days out of 31 (45%)
15.9°C
Other common conditions
Heavy rain
7 days out of 31 (22%)
Partly Cloudy
4 days out of 31 (12%)
Clear/Sunny
3 days out of 31 (9%)
3h
Dominant weather
Moderate rain at times
13 days out of 31 (41%)
16.0°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
6 days out of 31 (19%)
Heavy rain
6 days out of 31 (19%)
Fog
4 days out of 31 (12%)
6h
Dominant weather
Moderate rain at times
14 days out of 31 (45%)
18.4°C
Other common conditions
Partly Cloudy
7 days out of 31 (22%)
Heavy rain
6 days out of 31 (19%)
Clear/Sunny
2 days out of 31 (6%)
9h
Dominant weather
Moderate rain at times
23 days out of 31 (74%)
20.8°C
Other common conditions
Heavy rain
4 days out of 31 (12%)
Partly Cloudy
2 days out of 31 (6%)
Clear/Sunny
1 days out of 31 (3%)
12h
Dominant weather
Moderate rain at times
16 days out of 31 (51%)
21.7°C
Other common conditions
Heavy rain
12 days out of 31 (38%)
Partly Cloudy
1 days out of 31 (3%)
Moderate or heavy rain in area with thunder
1 days out of 31 (3%)
15h
Dominant weather
Moderate rain at times
19 days out of 31 (61%)
20.4°C
Other common conditions
Heavy rain
8 days out of 31 (25%)
Clear/Sunny
2 days out of 31 (6%)
Partly Cloudy
1 days out of 31 (3%)
18h
Dominant weather
Moderate rain at times
16 days out of 31 (51%)
17.1°C
Other common conditions
Heavy rain
10 days out of 31 (32%)
Partly Cloudy
2 days out of 31 (6%)
Clear/Sunny
2 days out of 31 (6%)
21h
Dominant weather
Moderate rain at times
13 days out of 31 (41%)
16.3°C
Other common conditions
Heavy rain
6 days out of 31 (19%)
Partly Cloudy
5 days out of 31 (16%)
Clear/Sunny
3 days out of 31 (9%)
Climate

Climate of Sumbawanga in January

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Sumbawanga in January.

Temperatures and rain in Sumbawanga 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

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Sumbawanga in January

The climate of Sumbawanga in January is humid. An average of 447 mm precipitation is recorded over 30 days. The situation is drier than the previous month: in December, the average recorded is 556 mm over 29 days.

Temperatures are warm in Sumbawanga in January. The average maximum temperature reaches 22°C, while the minimum falls to about 18°C. The month's average temperature is 20°C. These normals should be compared with the records recorded in Sumbawanga in January: 26°C as a maximum in 2019 and 15°C as a minimum in 2010.

In January, the days last on average 12:32 in Sumbawanga. The sun rises around 06:47 and sets around 19:19.

With unfavorable weather, the month of January is not the most recommended month to travel to Sumbawanga in Tanzania.

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Sumbawanga in January

Check the seasonal normals in Sumbawanga 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 21.0°C 20.0°C 20.5°C
Maximum temperature 23.1°C 21.8°C 22.4°C
Minimum temperature 19.0°C 18.3°C 18.5°C
Record maximum temperature 32.0°C
(2021)
 26.0°C
(2019)
 26.0°C
(2016)
Record low temperature 15.0°C
(2009)
 15.0°C
(2010)
 14.0°C
(2020)
Number of days at +30° 1 day(s)
(3%)
 0 day(s)
(0%)
 0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 31 day(s)
(100%)
 30 day(s)
(97%)
 28 day(s)
(97%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
 0 day(s)
(0%)
 0 day(s)
(0%)
Wind
Wind speed 9 km/h 11 km/h 10 km/h
Wind temperature 19.0°C 18.3°C 18.5°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 556.5 mm 446.9 mm 469.8 mm
Number of days with precipitation 29 day(s)
(94%)
 30 day(s)
(97%)
 28 day(s)
(97%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 25 day(s)
(80%)
 23 day(s)
(75%)
 23 day(s)
(79%)
Record precipitation in one day 81.8 mm
(2012)
 80.2 mm
(2011)
 70.7 mm
(2009)
Other weather data
Humidity 85% 88% 88%
Visibility 8.1 km 8.2 km 8.2 km
Cloud cover 42% 49% 46%
UV index 5 5 5
Daily sunshine 10h 10h 10h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h31 06h47 06h57
Sunset time 19h06 19h19 19h18
Day length 12h35 12h32 12h21
Our opinion on the climate in January
The review of Where And When very bad weather adverse weather adverse weather
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Sumbawanga in January last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
18°C24°C1.5 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
17°C20°C1.3 mm
3
Patchy light drizzle
17°C23°C1.8 mm
4
Light rain shower
17°C21°C10.6 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
17°C22°C1.5 mm
6
Light rain shower
17°C20°C2.2 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
16°C22°C2.4 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
17°C22°C2.3 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
16°C21°C1.5 mm
10
Light rain shower
17°C20°C1.8 mm
11
Patchy rain nearby
16°C24°C2.6 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
17°C25°C1.7 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
17°C24°C1.5 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
17°C24°C0.7 mm
15
Patchy rain nearby
17°C24°C1.7 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
17°C24°C4.4 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
17°C24°C2.3 mm
18
Patchy rain nearby
17°C23°C2.3 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
17°C18°C1.5 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
16°C19°C1.0 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
16°C21°C1.7 mm
22
Patchy rain nearby
16°C22°C3.6 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
16°C21°C0.9 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
16°C22°C1.7 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
17°C21°C2.2 mm
26
Light rain shower
15°C17°C1.7 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
17°C20°C0.9 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
17°C20°C8.0 mm
29
Patchy light drizzle
16°C19°C0.7 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
16°C23°C0.3 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
16°C23°C1.7 mm
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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Sumbawanga 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 Sumbawanga in January, which places this month 9th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 22°C during the day and 18°C at night, with about 447 mm of precipitation spread over 23 rainy days.

Expect about 10.0 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in Moderate crowds, with an index of 45/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

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