January weather forecastMakhalanyane, Lesotho
January
Weather in January
January is Makhalanyane's month of high-temperature extremes, with the mercury rising to 26.1°C (79°F). Its summer weather reveals clear skies, owing to less cloud cover. This weather trend encourages outdoor activities, making it a great month for tourists to visit. Moreover, the longer daylight hours and considerable sunshine enhance sightseeing and other day trip experiences. However, frequent rainfall might require you to bring some waterproof gear.Temperature
In Makhalanyane, the peak average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 26.1°C (79°F) and a low of 14.8°C (58.6°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 54%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 15.9 days. Throughout January, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is accumulated. In Makhalanyane, Lesotho, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.2 days and collects up to 387mm (15.24") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Makhalanyane, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 13h and 47min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 19:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 19:07 SAST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January in Makhalanyane is 11.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Makhalanyane are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Makhalanyane, Lesotho
- Average high temperature in January: 26.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (26.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (13.6°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 14.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (2.1°C).
Average pressure in January
Makhalanyane, Lesotho
- Average pressure in January: 1013.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1013.5mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Makhalanyane, Lesotho
- Average wind speed in January: 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 (7km/h).
Average humidity in January
Makhalanyane, Lesotho
- Average humidity in January: 54%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).
Average rainfall in January
Makhalanyane, Lesotho
- Average rainfall in January: 65mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (71mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (7mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Makhalanyane, Lesotho
- Average rainfall days in January: 15.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in January
Makhalanyane, Lesotho
- Average snowfall in January: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is July (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Makhalanyane, Lesotho
- Average snowfall days in January: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Makhalanyane, Lesotho
- Average daylight in January: 13h and 48min
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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Makhalanyane, Lesotho
- Average sunshine days in January: 11 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11 days).
Average UV index in January
Makhalanyane, 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
Makhalanyane, Lesotho
- Average cloud cover in January: 19
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 20).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in January
Makhalanyane, 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).
