January weather forecast
Onderstepoort, South Africa

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another warm summer month in Onderstepoort, South Africa, with an average temperature varying between 28.7°C (83.7°F) and 17.5°C (63.5°F).

Temperature

January brings the highest temperatures, with an average high of 28.7°C (83.7°F) and an average low of 17.5°C (63.5°F).

Heat index

January's mean heat index is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Uninterrupted activity during exposure could lead to a sense of exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Onderstepoort, South Africa, are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21.5 days and accumulates 92mm (3.62") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Onderstepoort, South Africa, is 13h and 32min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:59 SAST.

Sunshine

In Onderstepoort, the average sunshine in January is 11.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Onderstepoort, South Africa, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
Resources | Updated: Jan 25, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Onderstepoort?

Onderstepoort, South Africa, records the warmest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 28.7°C (83.7°F) and a low of 17.5°C (63.5°F).

How hot does it get in Onderstepoort in January?

Onderstepoort in January has an average high-temperature of 28.7°C (83.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 17.5°C (63.5°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the most humid month in Onderstepoort?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 62%, are most humid months in Onderstepoort, South Africa.

What is the average humidity in January in Onderstepoort?

In January, the average relative humidity in Onderstepoort, South Africa, is 62%.

What is the wettest month in Onderstepoort?

The month with the most rainfall in Onderstepoort, South Africa, is January, when the rain falls for 21.5 days and typically aggregates up to 92mm (3.62") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Onderstepoort in January?

In Onderstepoort, South Africa, in January, it is raining for 21.5 days, with typically 92mm (3.62") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Onderstepoort have in January?

In Onderstepoort, South Africa, the average day length in January is 13h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Onderstepoort?

On the first day of January in Onderstepoort, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:59 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Onderstepoort?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 11.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Onderstepoort?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Onderstepoort?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Onderstepoort is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Onderstepoort, South Africa

Average temperature in January - Onderstepoort, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (19.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 17.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.9°C).

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Average pressure in January
Onderstepoort, South Africa

Average pressure in January - Onderstepoort, South Africa
  • Average pressure in January: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Onderstepoort, South Africa

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.3km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Onderstepoort, South Africa

Average humidity in January - Onderstepoort, South Africa
  • Average humidity in January: 62%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).

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Average rainfall in January
Onderstepoort, South Africa

Average rainfall in January - Onderstepoort, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in January: 92mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (92mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Onderstepoort, South Africa

Average rainfall days in January - Onderstepoort, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in January: 21.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.1 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Onderstepoort, South Africa
  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 3min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 11h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Onderstepoort, South Africa

Average sunshine days in January - Onderstepoort, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in January: 6.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (6.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Onderstepoort, South Africa

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, 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
Onderstepoort, South Africa

Average cloud cover in January - Onderstepoort, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in January: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in January
Onderstepoort, South Africa

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

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

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