KwaZulu-Natal (Durban)
January
Weather in KwaZulu-Natal for January 2026
Your guide to KwaZulu-Natal weather in January - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in KwaZulu-Natal at the beginning of January is 25.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 27 °C by the end of January.
KwaZulu-Natal experiences heavy rainfall in January, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 126.7 mm.
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6
Dry days
25
Rainy days
0
Snow days
26°/20°
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21 km/h
Avg max wind
81 %
Avg humidity
KwaZulu-Natal Weather January
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  25° | 2 24° | 3 26° | 4  29° | |||
| 5 26° | 6 24° | 7 25° | 8  26° | 9 26° | 10 27° | 11 27° |
| 12 27° | 13 27° | 14  28° | 15 28° | 16 25° | 17 26° | 18 27° |
| 19  27° | 20 27° | 21 27° | 22 28° | 23 28° | 24 28° | 25 25° |
| 26 28° | 27 28° | 28 27° | 29  26° | 30 26° | 31 29° |
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Temperatures trend during January in KwaZulu-Natal
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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. | Patchy rain possible | 25° /18° | 9.2 mm | 7 | |
| 2 Jan. | Light rain shower | 24° /19° | 3.4 mm | 7 | |
| 3 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 26° /19° | 0.5 mm | 8 | |
| 4 Jan. | Overcast | 29° /20° | 1.3 mm | 8 | |
| 5 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 26° /20° | 11.9 mm | 8 | |
| 6 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 24° /18° | 11.5 mm | 8 | |
| 7 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 25° /19° | 2.7 mm | 8 | |
| 8 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 26° /18° | 8.8 mm | 9 | |
| 9 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 26° /19° | 0.1 mm | 9 | |
| 10 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 27° /20° | 3.1 mm | 8 | |
| 11 Jan. | Light rain shower | 27° /20° | 12.5 mm | 8 | |
| 12 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 27° /20° | 5.3 mm | 9 | |
| 13 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 27° /20° | 3.5 mm | 9 | |
| 14 Jan. | Cloudy | 28° /20° | 3.3 mm | 8 | |
| 15 Jan. | Light rain shower | 28° /20° | 3.2 mm | 8 | |
| 16 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 25° /20° | 3.2 mm | 8 | |
| 17 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 26° /19° | 8.4 mm | 8 | |
| 18 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 27° /18° | 1.7 mm | 9 | |
| 19 Jan. | Sunny | 27° /19° | 0.8 mm | 9 | |
| 20 Jan. | Overcast | 27° /19° | 0.1 mm | 8 | |
| 21 Jan. | Overcast | 27° /19° | 0.9 mm | 9 | |
| 22 Jan. | Light rain shower | 28° /20° | 1.7 mm | 9 | |
| 23 Jan. | Sunny | 28° /20° | 1.7 mm | 9 | |
| 24 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /19° | 3.1 mm | 9 | |
| 25 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 25° /18° | 7 mm | 8 | |
| 26 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /19° | 0.2 mm | 9 | |
| 27 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 28° /20° | 3.3 mm | 9 | |
| 28 Jan. | Sunny | 27° /19° | 8.2 mm | 9 | |
| 29 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 26° /18° | 2.8 mm | 8 | |
| 30 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 26° /20° | 0.9 mm | 8 | |
| 31 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /20° | 3.2 mm | 9 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for KwaZulu-Natal 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 KwaZulu-Natal forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
KwaZulu-Natal in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in KwaZulu-Natal during January?
During January, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 26° and lows near 20°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in KwaZulu-Natal during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 126.7 mm is expected in KwaZulu-Natal during January, occurring over more than 25 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in KwaZulu-Natal during January?
The average wind speed in KwaZulu-Natal during January is 21 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
January rainfall patterns in KwaZulu-Natal
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