January weather forecast
Maputsoe, Lesotho

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Weather in January

January in Maputsoe, Lesotho, is the month with the highest temperatures, typically peaking around 26.1°C (79°F). This is the time of year when the weather features warm, balmy conditions illuminated by a yearly high of approximately 13.7 hours of daylight. Patrons can also expect a median relative humidity, not far from 54%. Fairly significant precipitation is prevalent during this period, making it a season of frequent rains. With a UV index of 6, protective measures such as using sunscreen, covering up, and wearing sunglasses become necessary during peak sunlight hours.

Temperature

The warmest period in Maputsoe is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 26.1°C (79°F) and a low of 14.8°C (58.6°F).

Humidity

In Maputsoe, the average relative humidity in January is 54%.

Rainfall

In Maputsoe, Lesotho, in January, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 65mm (2.56") of accumulated precipitation. In Maputsoe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.2 days and collects up to 387mm (15.24") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Maputsoe, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.

Daylight

In Maputsoe, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 19:05 SAST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Maputsoe is 11.6h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Maputsoe?

January is the warmest month in Maputsoe, Lesotho, exhibiting average temperatures of 26.1°C (79°F) at the peak and 14.8°C (58.6°F) at the base.

What are January temperatures in Maputsoe?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Maputsoe during January are 26.1°C (79°F) and 14.8°C (58.6°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Maputsoe?

In January, the average relative humidity is 54%.

How much does it rain in Maputsoe in January?

In Maputsoe, in January, during 15.9 rainfall days, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Maputsoe?

In Maputsoe, Lesotho, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.

How many hours of daylight does Maputsoe have in January?

In Maputsoe, Lesotho, the average day length in January is 13h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Maputsoe?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of the month, in Maputsoe, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 19:05 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Maputsoe have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Maputsoe, Lesotho, is 11.6h.

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in January in Maputsoe?

In Maputsoe, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average temperature in January - Maputsoe, 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).

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Average pressure in January
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average pressure in January - Maputsoe, 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).

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Average wind speed in January
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average wind speed in January - Maputsoe, 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).

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Average humidity in January
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average humidity in January - Maputsoe, 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%).

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Average rainfall in January
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average rainfall in January - Maputsoe, 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).

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Average rainfall days in January
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average rainfall days in January - Maputsoe, 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).

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Average snowfall in January
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average snowfall in January - Maputsoe, 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).

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Average snowfall days in January
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average snowfall days in January - Maputsoe, 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).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Maputsoe, Lesotho
  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 4min

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 October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average sunshine days in January - Maputsoe, 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).

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Average UV index in January
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average UV index in January - Maputsoe, 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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average cloud cover in January - Maputsoe, 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).

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Average visibility in January
Maputsoe, Lesotho

Average visibility in January - Maputsoe, 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).

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Maputsoe, Lesotho

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