Pietermaritzburg
January
Weather in Pietermaritzburg for January 2025
Your guide to Pietermaritzburg weather in January - trends and predictions
The forecast for the coming days of January 2025 predicts a temperature of 28.7 °C , which is warmer than usual.
In general, the average temperature in Pietermaritzburg at the beginning of January is 26.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 27.6 °C by the end of January.
Pietermaritzburg experiences heavy rainfall in January, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 205.9 mm.
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7
Dry days
24
Rainy days
0
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24°/14°
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14 km/h
Avg max wind
86 %
Avg humidity
Pietermaritzburg in January average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  23° | 2  31° | 3 25° | 4 23° | 5 23° | ||
| 6 31° | 7 27° | 8 18° | 9 23° | 10 25° | 11 22° | 12  28° |
| 13  28° | 14 31° | 15 25° | 16 20° | 17  17° | 18 17° | 19 20° |
| 20  24° | 21 25° | 22 25° | 23 22° | 24 20° | 25 24° | 26  28° |
| 27 29° | 28 31° | 29 29° | 30 26° | 31 26° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Pietermaritzburg
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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. | Moderate rain | 23° /16° | 8.4 mm | 7 | |
| 2 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 31° /17° | 1.5 mm | 8 | |
| 3 Jan. | Moderate rain | 25° /17° | 5.3 mm | 7 | |
| 4 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 23° /18° | 0.4 mm | 8 | |
| 5 Jan. | Light rain shower | 23° /14° | 5.4 mm | 8 | |
| 6 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 31° /14° | 1.8 mm | 10 | |
| 7 Jan. | Light rain shower | 27° /17° | 6.1 mm | 9 | |
| 8 Jan. | Light rain shower | 18° /15° | 34.2 mm | 7 | |
| 9 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 23° /14° | 2.2 mm | 8 | |
| 10 Jan. | Light rain shower | 25° /16° | 13.7 mm | 9 | |
| 11 Jan. | Light rain shower | 22° /17° | 15.8 mm | 8 | |
| 12 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 28° /15° | 16.5 mm | 9 | |
| 13 Jan. | Patchy light rain with thunder | 28° /15° | 3.2 mm | 9 | |
| 14 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 31° /16° | 5.9 mm | 10 | |
| 15 Jan. | Light rain shower | 25° /17° | 7.6 mm | 9 | |
| 16 Jan. | Light rain shower | 20° /16° | 6.3 mm | 8 | |
| 17 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 17° /12° | 26.5 mm | 7 | |
| 18 Jan. | Light rain shower | 17° /11° | 4.4 mm | 7 | |
| 19 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 20° /9° | 0.1 mm | 8 | |
| 20 Jan. | Mist | 24° /11° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 21 Jan. | Mist | 25° /12° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 22 Jan. | Light rain shower | 25° /15° | 1 mm | 9 | |
| 23 Jan. | Light rain shower | 22° /15° | 3.8 mm | 8 | |
| 24 Jan. | Fog | 20° /12° | 0.5 mm | 8 | |
| 25 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 24° /11° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 26 Jan. | Sunny | 28° /13° | 0 mm | 10 | |
| 27 Jan. | Light rain shower | 29° /16° | 1.9 mm | 9 | |
| 28 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 31° /16° | 18.3 mm | 10 | |
| 29 Jan. | Patchy light rain with thunder | 29° /16° | 1.8 mm | 9 | |
| 30 Jan. | Light rain shower | 26° /16° | 1.3 mm | 9 | |
| 31 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 26° /17° | 0.4 mm | 9 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Pietermaritzburg in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Pietermaritzburg during January?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 24° and cooler nights around 14°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Pietermaritzburg during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 205.9 mm is expected in Pietermaritzburg during January, occurring over more than 24 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Pietermaritzburg during January?
The average wind speed in Pietermaritzburg during January is 14 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
January rainfall patterns in Pietermaritzburg
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UV exposure in Pietermaritzburg during January
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