Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average snowfall in January
- Average snowfall days in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
Weather in January
Temperature
Mafeteng experiences its highest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 28°C (82.4°F) and a minimum of 16.7°C (62.1°F).Heat index
January's mean heat index is calculated to be 28°C (82.4°F). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 50%.Rainfall
In Mafeteng, in January, it is raining for 16.1 days, with typically 69mm (2.72") of accumulated precipitation. In Mafeteng, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.2 days and collects up to 417mm (16.42") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, July through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day in Mafeteng is 13h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 19:15. On the last day of January, in Mafeteng, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 19:10 SAST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 11.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Frequently asked questions
What time of the year is the hottest in Mafeteng?
How hot is January in Mafeteng?
What is the average humidity in January in Mafeteng?
How many days does it rain in January in Mafeteng?
When it does not snow in Mafeteng?
What is the average length of the day in January in Mafeteng?
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Mafeteng?
How long on average sun shines in January in Mafeteng?
When is the highest UV index in Mafeteng?
How high is the UV index in January in Mafeteng?
Average temperature in January
Mafeteng, Lesotho
- Average high temperature in January: 28°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (14.7°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 16.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.1°C).
Average pressure in January
Mafeteng, Lesotho
- Average pressure in January: 1013mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1012.9mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Mafeteng, Lesotho
- Average wind speed in January: 10.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.1km/h).
Average humidity in January
Mafeteng, Lesotho
- Average humidity in January: 50%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and April (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (33%).
Average rainfall in January
Mafeteng, Lesotho
- Average rainfall in January: 69mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (72mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (6mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Mafeteng, Lesotho
- Average rainfall days in January: 16.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3 days).
Average snowfall in January
Mafeteng, Lesotho
- Average snowfall in January: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is June (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Mafeteng, Lesotho
- Average snowfall days in January: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mafeteng, Lesotho
- Average daylight in January: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in January: 11h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Mafeteng, Lesotho
- Average sunshine days in January: 11.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.4 days).
Average UV index in January
Mafeteng, Lesotho
- Average UV index in January: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in January
Mafeteng, Lesotho
- Average cloud cover in January: 18
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in January
Mafeteng, Lesotho
- Average visibility in January: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
Mafeteng, Lesotho
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