Weather in South Africa for January 2025
In general, the average temperature in South Africa at the beginning of January is 26.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 30 °C by the end of January.
South Africa sees moderate rainfall in January, averaging 8 rainy days.
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South Africa in January average weather
| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  25° | 2  24° | 3 28° | 4  28° | 5  24° | ||
| 6 26° | 7 28° | 8 25° | 9 27° | 10  29° | 11  28° | 12 29° |
| 13 30° | 14 30° | 15 32° | 16 29° | 17  26° | 18 26° | 19 29° |
| 20 30° | 21 32° | 22 32° | 23 30° | 24 31° | 25 30° | 26 30° |
| 27 30° | 28 32° | 29 32° | 30 28° | 31 28° |
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Temperatures trend during January in South Africa
January weather day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 25° /15° | 2.7 mm | 6 | |
| 2 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 24° /14° | 0.7 mm | 6 | |
| 3 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /15° | 0.6 mm | 6 | |
| 4 Jan. | Overcast | 28° /16° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 5 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 24° /15° | 13 mm | 7 | |
| 6 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 26° /13° | 3.3 mm | 7 | |
| 7 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /14° | 3.7 mm | 8 | |
| 8 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 25° /15° | 3.4 mm | 7 | |
| 9 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 27° /14° | 5 mm | 8 | |
| 10 Jan. | Sunny | 29° /16° | 1.5 mm | 9 | |
| 11 Jan. | Cloudy | 28° /16° | 9.3 mm | 8 | |
| 12 Jan. | Sunny | 29° /14° | 3.2 mm | 9 | |
| 13 Jan. | Sunny | 30° /15° | 2.5 mm | 9 | |
| 14 Jan. | Sunny | 30° /16° | 3.1 mm | 9 | |
| 15 Jan. | Sunny | 32° /17° | 0.6 mm | 9 | |
| 16 Jan. | Sunny | 29° /16° | 5.7 mm | 9 | |
| 17 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 26° /15° | 14 mm | 8 | |
| 18 Jan. | Cloudy | 26° /16° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 19 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /15° | 0.3 mm | 8 | |
| 20 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /16° | 1.3 mm | 8 | |
| 21 Jan. | Sunny | 32° /16° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 22 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 32° /17° | 0.2 mm | 9 | |
| 23 Jan. | Sunny | 30° /17° | 2.8 mm | 9 | |
| 24 Jan. | Sunny | 31° /16° | 0.1 mm | 9 | |
| 25 Jan. | Sunny | 30° /18° | 0.3 mm | 9 | |
| 26 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 30° /16° | 0.2 mm | 8 | |
| 27 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 30° /18° | 0.7 mm | 9 | |
| 28 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 32° /17° | 0 mm | 10 | |
| 29 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 32° /16° | 5.3 mm | 9 | |
| 30 Jan. | Overcast | 28° /16° | 1.2 mm | 8 | |
| 31 Jan. | Overcast | 28° /15° | 1.1 mm | 8 | |
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Guide for South Africa in January
In January, South Africa experiences a variety of weather conditions, depending on the region. In the beginning of the month, the weather in South Africa is generally warm and sunny, with average temperatures ranging from 20° in Cape Town to 28° in Johannesburg.
The coastal areas, such as Durban, enjoy balmy temperatures around 25° and are perfect for beach activities and water sports. However, the interior regions, such as the Karoo, can experience scorching temperatures reaching 35°.
Towards the end of January, the weather in South Africa can become more unpredictable. The coastal areas may experience occasional afternoon thunderstorms, providing relief from the heat and adding a refreshing touch to the atmosphere.
Inland regions may continue to experience high temperatures, with occasional afternoon showers providing some relief from the heat.
The northern parts of the country, such as Kruger National Park, may experience high humidity and sporadic rainfall, creating lush green landscapes and excellent wildlife viewing opportunities.
Overall, January in South Africa offers a diverse range of weather conditions, making it an ideal time to explore the country's natural beauty and cultural attractions.
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