January
Weather in Africa for January 2025
Your guide to Africa weather in January - trends and predictions
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Until now, January 2025 in Africa has been significantly cooler than historical averages by -2 °C, with average temperature of 24.4 °C.
The forecast for the upcoming days in Africa predicts a temperature of 28.1 °C, which is slightly above the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Africa at the beginning of January is 26 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably warm up, reaching an average of 28.3 °C by the end of January.
Africa experiences heavy rainfall in January, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 135.5 mm.
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Temperatures
Rain 🌧️
6
Dry days
25
Rainy days
0
Snow days
27°/16°
Temperatures
17 km/h
Avg max wind
55 %
Avg humidity
Africa in January average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  26° | 2 23° | 3 28° | 4 28° | 5 27° | ||
| 6  25° | 7 25° | 8 25° | 9 27° | 10 28° | 11 27° | 12 27° |
| 13 27° | 14 28° | 15   28° | 16 24° | 17 25° | 18 29° | 19  30° |
| 20 31° | 21  25° | 22 26° | 23 28° | 24 31° | 25 33° | 26 30° |
| 27 28° | 28 26° | 29 27° | 30 27° | 31 27° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Africa
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 26° /16° | 11.3 mm | 7 | |
| 2 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 23° /15° | 8.4 mm | 7 | |
| 3 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /15° | 1 mm | 8 | |
| 4 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /16° | 2.6 mm | 8 | |
| 5 Jan. | Light rain shower | 27° /16° | 8.6 mm | 8 | |
| 6 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 25° /16° | 8.9 mm | 8 | |
| 7 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 25° /15° | 12.6 mm | 8 | |
| 8 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 25° /16° | 7.1 mm | 8 | |
| 9 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 27° /16° | 2.5 mm | 8 | |
| 10 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /16° | 4.7 mm | 9 | |
| 11 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 27° /16° | 11.3 mm | 8 | |
| 12 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 27° /16° | 4.1 mm | 9 | |
| 13 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 27° /16° | 6 mm | 9 | |
| 14 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /16° | 3.8 mm | 9 | |
| 15 Jan. | Moderate rain | 28° /16° | 10.3 mm | 3.4 | |
| 16 Jan. | Moderate rain | 24° /14° | 6.5 mm | 3.5 | |
| 17 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 25° /15° | 5 mm | 1.9 | |
| 18 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /16° | 0.9 mm | 3.2 | |
| 19 Jan. | Sunny | 30° /17° | 0 mm | 5.1 | |
| 20 Jan. | Sunny | 31° /18° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 21 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 25° /16° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 22 Jan. | Sunny | 26° /13° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 23 Jan. | Sunny | 28° /15° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 24 Jan. | Sunny | 31° /17° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 25 Jan. | Sunny | 33° /19° | 0 mm | 10 | |
| 26 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 30° /17° | 1 mm | 8 | |
| 27 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /16° | 0.4 mm | 8 | |
| 28 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 26° /16° | 2.6 mm | 7 | |
| 29 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 27° /16° | 8.5 mm | 8 | |
| 30 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 27° /16° | 14.4 mm | 8 | |
| 31 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 27° /16° | 5.4 mm | 8 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Africa in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Africa forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Africa in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Africa during January?
During January, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 27° and lows near 16°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Africa during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 135.5 mm is expected in Africa during January, occurring over more than 25 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Africa during January?
The average wind speed in Africa during January is 17 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
January rainfall patterns in Africa
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UV exposure in Africa during January
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