Temperatures in January
It's warm in January in KwaZulu-Natal with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 20°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for KwaZulu-Natal 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 KwaZulu-Natal with hot temperatures, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights close to 19°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature rises to around 30°C, with nights close to 19°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in KwaZulu-Natal will be around 30°C, with nights close to 19°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in January
In January, there is an average of 101 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
The average precipitation chance is 35% per day this month. The weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in January for KwaZulu-Natal. 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.
KwaZulu-Natal in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
29°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
32°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
27°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
101 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
11 days | 9 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 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 KwaZulu-Natal?
After some sun? Then January isn’t the best time to be in KwaZulu-Natal. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for KwaZulu-Natal in January
With 38°C, KwaZulu-Natal hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 10°C to a high of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in KwaZulu-Natal
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in KwaZulu-Natal, 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 KwaZulu-Natal
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for KwaZulu-Natal, 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 11 days of rain in KwaZulu-Natal.
Daily UV Index in January in KwaZulu-Natal
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in KwaZulu-Natal, 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 KwaZulu-Natal Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in KwaZulu-Natal, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in KwaZulu-Natal Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in KwaZulu-Natal, 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 KwaZulu-Natal
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Average Weather in KwaZulu-Natal by Month
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