South Africa in january: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
How is the weather in South Africa in january? Is it the best time to go to Nelspruit and Durban? Check out weather averages and our opinion here.
tolerable weather across 14% of the territory good weather across 51% of the territory perfect weather across 36% of the territory
Weather in South Africa in january 2024
Below, find the the weather forecast for the month of january for most popular cities in South Africa. These datas are statistics for january from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in january in Cape Town
perfect weather UV index: 7
Weather at 6am
70°F
Clear/Sunny
62% of time
23%
8%
6%
Weather at 12pm
81°F
Clear/Sunny
78% of time
11%
10%
2%
Weather at 6pm
72°F
Clear/Sunny
76% of time
16%
6%
3%
Weather at 3am
67°F
58%
25%
7%
6%
Where to go in South Africa in january?
Where to go in South Africa in january: destination map
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Where should you go in South Africa in january when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in South Africa in january ranges from perfect to tolerable depending on the region and city.
warning in january the weather is not the same depending on the city and regions of the country.
In january the weather is perfect in South Africa, but only part of the territory: in Knysna, Stellenbosch, Hermanus and Cape Town. In this part of the country, these perfect weather conditions will allow you to enjoy 100% your trip: the sun is guaranteed, precipitations are scarce and the humidity is endurable. It is therefore the ideal month to travel to these cities!
Apart from of Knysna, Stellenbosch, Hermanus and Cape Town, the weather is good in the cities of Kimberley, Durban, Sodwana Bay, Richards Bay and Port Elizabeth. Around here, temperatures are still pleasing and allow you to visit and enjoy the sun.
If you do not go to spend your time in a lounger by the pool, but, for example to go sightseeing around, the cities of Nelspruit, Parc Kruger, Johannesburg, Long Tom Pas and Pretoria have a quite correct weather for it in january.
Climate in South Africa in january
Climate in Cape Town in january
In january, the mean temperature in Cape Town is 76°F (maximum temperature is 81°F and minimum temperature is 70°F). The climate quite enjoyable around this city in this month. With about 0.8in over 1 days, rain may be scarce for your journey.
With ideal weather conditions, january is a recommended time to go in Cape Town.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 76°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 81°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 70°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 66°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (4%) | ||
| Humidity | 72% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 14 | ||
| Cloud cover | 17% | ||
| Length of day | 14:09 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | perfect |
Climate in Durban in january
In january, the mean temperature in Durban is 76°F (maximum temperature is 79°F and minimum temperature is 74°F). The climate quite pleasant in that area in this month. With 6.3in over 9 days, rainfall can happen throughout your trip. But this is reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With good weather conditions, january is an advisable month to go in that area.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 76°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 74°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 79°F | ||
| Rainfall | 6.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 9 day(s) (28%) | ||
| Humidity | 83% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 51% | ||
| Length of day | 13:51 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Johannesburg in january
In the month of january, maximum temperature is 85°F and minimum temperature is 70°F (for an average temperature of 77°F). The climate quite enjoyable in this city in the month of january. With 7.8in over 12 days, you risk getting wet slightly throughout your holidays. But this is reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
With proper weather, the month of january is okay (but not the best time) for traveling there in South Africa.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 77°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 70°F | ||
| Rainfall | 7.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 12 day(s) (37%) | ||
| Humidity | 70% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 14 | ||
| Cloud cover | 28% | ||
| Length of day | 13:35 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Parc Kruger in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Parc Kruger is 83°F (maximum temperature is 90°F and minimum temperature is 77°F). The climate is very warm in this city in the month of january. With 9.3in over 10 days, you will experience some showers during your stay. But this is reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With proper weather, january is okay (but not the best time) for traveling in this locality in South Africa.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 83°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 90°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 77°F | ||
| Rainfall | 9.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 10 day(s) (32%) | ||
| Humidity | 77% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 46% | ||
| Length of day | 13:27 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Port Elizabeth (South Africa) in january
In the month of january, the mean temperature in Port Elizabeth is 76°F (maximum temperature is 79°F and minimum temperature is 72°F). The climate quite nice in that locality in this month. With 2.3in over 3 days,
it rains very little for your trip.
With good weather conditions, january is a recommended month to go there.
| January | |||
| Average temperature | 76°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 79°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 72°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 72°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 3 day(s) (9%) | ||
| Humidity | 78% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 37% | ||
| Length of day | 14:09 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
All cities in South Africa in january
| Cape Town in january | perfect weather |
| Durban in january | good weather |
| Johannesburg in january | good weather |
| Parc Kruger in january | good weather |
| Port Elizabeth (South Africa) in january | good weather |
| Pretoria in january | good weather |
| Addo Elephant National Park in january | good weather |
| Agulhas National Park in january | good weather |
| Amakhala in january | good weather |
| Arniston in january | good weather |
| Augrabies Falls National Park in january | perfect weather |
| Ballito (Dolphin Coast) in january | good weather |
| Bloemfontein in january | good weather |
| Blyde River Canyon in january | tolerable weather |
| Calvinia in january | perfect weather |
| Camdeboo National Park in january | perfect weather |
| Cape of Good Hope in january | perfect weather |
| Cape Agulhas in january | good weather |
| Carnarvon in january | perfect weather |
| Coffee Bay in january | tolerable weather |
| Drakensberg in january | tolerable weather |
Weather data for South Africa in january:
Weather data for South Africa in january is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in South Africa. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in South Africa can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to South Africa.