Temperatures in January
It's hot in January in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park with an average temperature of 36°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 35°C to a high of 38°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 24°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in January. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park with hot temperatures, averaging around 37°C during the day and nights close to 23°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 37°C, with nights close to 23°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park will be around 37°C, with nights close to 23°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
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Precipitation in January
In January, there is an average of 48 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The average precipitation chance is 23% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in January for Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
36°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
38°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
35°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
48 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
7 days | 9 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park?
January isn’t a good time to be in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. The average temperature of 36°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a pleasant stay.
Temperature records for Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in January
With 43°C, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2016. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 12°C to a high of 28°C.
Curious about the climate in other parts of South Africa? Check out the weather and climate in places like Cape Town, Krugerpark, Johannesburg, or have a look at other destinations in South Africa.
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Daily Temperature in January in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect around 7 days of rain in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park.
Daily UV Index in January in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in January for Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
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Average Weather in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park by Month
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