Temperatures in January
It's hot in January in Potchefstroom with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 18°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Potchefstroom 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 Potchefstroom with hot temperatures, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights close to 17°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
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 32°C, with nights close to 17°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 Potchefstroom will be around 31°C, with nights close to 16°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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 143 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The average precipitation chance is 43% 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 Potchefstroom. 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.
Potchefstroom in January |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
31°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
32°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
28°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
143 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
13 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 Potchefstroom?
After some sun? Then January isn’t the best time to be in Potchefstroom. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Potchefstroom in January
With 40°C, Potchefstroom hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2016. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -43°C to a high of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Potchefstroom
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Potchefstroom, 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 Potchefstroom
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Potchefstroom, 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 13 days of rain in Potchefstroom.
Daily UV Index in January in Potchefstroom
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Potchefstroom, 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 Potchefstroom Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Potchefstroom, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Potchefstroom Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Potchefstroom, 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 Potchefstroom
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Average Weather in Potchefstroom by Month
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