January weather forecast
Dunkeld, South Africa

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Dunkeld, South Africa, is a moderately hot summer month, with an average temperature varying between 16.3°C (61.3°F) and 27.3°C (81.1°F).

Temperature

During the warmest month, January, temperatures average a high of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and a low of 16.3°C (61.3°F).

Heat index

Throughout January, the heat index is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F). Continued exposure and engagement in activity might trigger tiredness and subsequently heat cramps.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 64%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Dunkeld is January, when the rain falls for 21.2 days and typically aggregates up to 94mm (3.7") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Dunkeld, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of January in Dunkeld, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 19:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 19:00 SAST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 11.2h.

UV index

January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Dunkeld. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during January translates into the following directions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year in Dunkeld?

In Dunkeld, January is the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and a low of 16.3°C (61.3°F).

What are January temperatures in Dunkeld?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and a low-temperature of 16.3°C (61.3°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).

What are the most humid months in Dunkeld?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 64%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Dunkeld?

In Dunkeld, the average relative humidity in January is 64%.

What is the wettest month in Dunkeld?

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21.2 days and accumulates 94mm (3.7") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Dunkeld in January?

In Dunkeld, during January, the rain falls for 21.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 94mm (3.7") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Dunkeld have in January?

The average day length in January in Dunkeld is 13h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Dunkeld?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 19:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 19:00 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dunkeld have in January?

In Dunkeld, South Africa, the average sunshine duration in January is 11.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Dunkeld?

The months with the highest UV index in Dunkeld, South Africa, are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in January in Dunkeld?

In Dunkeld, South Africa, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Dunkeld, South Africa

Average temperature in January - Dunkeld, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (17.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.2°C).

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Average pressure in January
Dunkeld, South Africa

Average pressure in January - Dunkeld, South Africa
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Dunkeld, South Africa

Average wind speed in January - Dunkeld, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.9km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Dunkeld, South Africa

Average humidity in January - Dunkeld, South Africa
  • Average humidity in January: 64%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).

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Average rainfall in January
Dunkeld, South Africa

Average rainfall in January - Dunkeld, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in January: 94mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Dunkeld, South Africa

Average rainfall days in January - Dunkeld, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in January: 21.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.5 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Dunkeld, South Africa

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Dunkeld, South Africa
  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Dunkeld, South Africa

Average sunshine days in January - Dunkeld, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (28.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and December (6.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Dunkeld, South Africa

Average UV index in January - Dunkeld, South Africa
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in January
Dunkeld, South Africa

Average cloud cover in January - Dunkeld, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in January: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in January
Dunkeld, South Africa

Average visibility in January - Dunkeld, South Africa
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (9km).

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