January weather forecast
Maseru, Lesotho

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The semi-desert city of Maseru in Lesotho
The semi-desert city of Maseru in Lesotho

Weather in January

The dawn of the year in Maseru, Lesotho unveils typical summer weather patterns. Balancing between a high of 26.1°C (79°F) and a low of 14.8°C (58.6°F), temperatures contribute to mild and comfortable conditions. Weather elements, such as wind speed, visibility, and air pressure, are usually consistent and present a stable pattern. January experiences a relative humidity of 54%, indicating bearable humidity conditions throughout the month. Residents enjoy approximately 13.8 hours of daylight with plenty of sunshine experienced daily, making outdoor activities pleasurable.

Temperature

Maseru, Lesotho, records the warmest temperatures in January, averaging 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 in Maseru is 54%.

Rainfall

In Maseru, Lesotho, during January, the rain falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 65mm (2.56") of precipitation. In Maseru, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.2 days and collects up to 387mm (15.24") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Maseru, Lesotho, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 19:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 19:08 SAST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Maseru. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in January translates into the following instructions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Maseru?

The warmest time of the year in Maseru, Lesotho, is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 26.1°C (79°F) and a low of 14.8°C (58.6°F).

What is the average January temperature in Maseru?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Maseru, is 26.1°C (79°F) and the average low-temperature is 14.8°C (58.6°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Maseru?

The average relative humidity in January in Maseru is 54%.

How many days does it rain in January in Maseru?

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

When it does not snow in Maseru?

January through May, September through December are months without snowfall in Maseru, Lesotho.

What is the average length of the day in January in Maseru?

The average day length in January in Maseru is 13h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Maseru?

On the first day of January in Maseru, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 19:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 19:08 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Maseru?

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

When is the highest UV index in Maseru?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Maseru?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Maseru, Lesotho, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Maseru, Lesotho

Average temperature in January - Maseru, 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
Maseru, Lesotho

Average pressure in January - Maseru, 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
Maseru, Lesotho

Average wind speed in January - Maseru, 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
Maseru, Lesotho

Average humidity in January - Maseru, 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
Maseru, Lesotho

Average rainfall in January - Maseru, 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
Maseru, Lesotho

Average rainfall days in January - Maseru, 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
Maseru, Lesotho

Average snowfall in January - Maseru, 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
Maseru, Lesotho

Average snowfall days in January - Maseru, 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
Maseru, Lesotho

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Maseru, 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 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
Maseru, Lesotho

Average sunshine days in January - Maseru, 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
Maseru, Lesotho

Average UV index in January - Maseru, 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
Maseru, Lesotho

Average cloud cover in January - Maseru, 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
Maseru, Lesotho

Average visibility in January - Maseru, 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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