Temperatures in January
It's warm in January in Swellendam with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 18°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Swellendam 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 Swellendam with hot temperatures, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights close to 17°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains 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 drops 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 Swellendam will be around 29°C, with nights close to 17°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 40 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 20% 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 Swellendam. 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.
Swellendam in January |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
29°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
31°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
27°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
40 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
6 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 Swellendam?
Want nice weather? Then January is a great time to be in Swellendam. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Swellendam in January
With 39°C, Swellendam hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 8°C to a high of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Swellendam
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Swellendam, 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 Swellendam
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Swellendam, 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 6 days of rain in Swellendam.
Daily UV Index in January in Swellendam
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Swellendam, 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 Swellendam Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Swellendam, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Swellendam Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Swellendam, 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 Swellendam
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Average Weather in Swellendam by Month
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