Temperatures in January
It's warm in January in South Africa with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 19°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for South Africa 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 South Africa with hot temperatures, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights close to 18°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
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 29°C, with nights close to 18°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
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 South Africa will be around 28°C, with nights close to 18°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
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 12 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The average chance of precipitation is only 9% in January.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in January for South Africa. 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.
South Africa in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
28°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
30°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
26°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
12 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
3 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 South Africa?
Want nice weather? Then January is a great time to be in South Africa. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for South Africa in January
With 38°C, South Africa hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 11°C to a high of 23°C.
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The climate of South Africa is based on weather data from Cape Town. Other spots, like Krugerpark, Johannesburg or Stellenbosch, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in South Africa for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in January in South Africa
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in South Africa, 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.
Weather experiences in January in South Africa
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Daily Precipitation in January in South Africa
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for South Africa, 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 3 days of rain in South Africa.
Daily UV Index in January in South Africa
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in South Africa, 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 South Africa Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in South Africa, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in South Africa Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in South Africa, 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 South Africa
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in South Africa. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in January in South Africa
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Average Weather in South Africa by Month
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