Mthatha
January
Weather in Mthatha for January 2026
Your guide to Mthatha weather in January - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Mthatha at the beginning of January is 25.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 29.9 °C by the end of January.
Mthatha in January brings notable rainfall, with an average of 19 rainy days and a total precipitation of 135.8 mm.
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12
Dry days
19
Rainy days
0
Snow days
25°/14°
Temperatures
14 km/h
Avg max wind
82 %
Avg humidity
Mthatha in January average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  23° | 2 23° | 3  30° | 4 29° | |||
| 5 25° | 6  25° | 7 24° | 8 16° | 9 28° | 10  22° | 11 25° |
| 12 23° | 13 21° | 14  30° | 15 19° | 16  20° | 17 20° | 18 25° |
| 19  29° | 20  24° | 21  23° | 22 26° | 23 25° | 24 25° | 25 28° |
| 26 33° | 27 25° | 28 29° | 29 33° | 30 30° | 31 31° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Mthatha
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 Jan. | Light rain shower | 23° /14° | 3.6 mm | 8 | |
| 2 Jan. | Light rain shower | 23° /16° | 2.3 mm | 8 | |
| 3 Jan. | Patchy light rain with thunder | 30° /15° | 9 mm | 10 | |
| 4 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /16° | 24.4 mm | 10 | |
| 5 Jan. | Patchy light rain with thunder | 25° /15° | 6.9 mm | 9 | |
| 6 Jan. | Cloudy | 25° /15° | 1.8 mm | 9 | |
| 7 Jan. | Light rain shower | 24° /15° | 5.3 mm | 9 | |
| 8 Jan. | Light rain shower | 16° /14° | 4.9 mm | 7 | |
| 9 Jan. | Light rain shower | 28° /13° | 1.1 mm | 10 | |
| 10 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 22° /15° | 18.5 mm | 8 | |
| 11 Jan. | Light rain shower | 25° /15° | 6.9 mm | 9 | |
| 12 Jan. | Patchy light rain with thunder | 23° /14° | 6.6 mm | 8 | |
| 13 Jan. | Light rain shower | 21° /14° | 4.5 mm | 8 | |
| 14 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 30° /15° | 3.9 mm | 10 | |
| 15 Jan. | Light rain shower | 19° /13° | 4.9 mm | 7 | |
| 16 Jan. | Light rain | 20° /11° | 3.2 mm | 8 | |
| 17 Jan. | Light rain shower | 20° /11° | 6.1 mm | 8 | |
| 18 Jan. | Light rain shower | 25° /12° | 0.5 mm | 9 | |
| 19 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 29° /12° | 0.1 mm | 11 | |
| 20 Jan. | Mist | 24° /14° | 1.5 mm | 8 | |
| 21 Jan. | Sunny | 23° /14° | 3.6 mm | 9 | |
| 22 Jan. | Light rain shower | 26° /14° | 1.5 mm | 9 | |
| 23 Jan. | Light rain shower | 25° /14° | 7.1 mm | 9 | |
| 24 Jan. | Cloudy | 25° /12° | 0.4 mm | 9 | |
| 25 Jan. | Mist | 28° /12° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 26 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 33° /15° | 0 mm | 11 | |
| 27 Jan. | Light rain shower | 25° /16° | 6.4 mm | 9 | |
| 28 Jan. | Patchy light drizzle | 29° /16° | 6.1 mm | 10 | |
| 29 Jan. | Sunny | 33° /16° | 9.4 mm | 11 | |
| 30 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 30° /17° | 0.4 mm | 10 | |
| 31 Jan. | Fog | 31° /17° | 2.7 mm | 10 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Mthatha 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 Mthatha forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Mthatha in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Mthatha during January?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 25° and cooler nights around 14°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Mthatha during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 135.8 mm is expected in Mthatha during January, occurring over more than 19 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Mthatha during January?
The average wind speed in Mthatha during January is 14 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
January rainfall patterns in Mthatha
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UV exposure in Mthatha during January
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