January weather forecast
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

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Weather in January

The new year begins with a mild climatic outlook for Mokhotlong. January stands out with the highest levels of rainfall seen in the year, receiving an average of 131mm (5.16") over 24.3 days. This weather pattern tends to keep the cloud cover high, making the skies over Mokhotlong a bit gloomy. As the month is situated in the middle of the summer season, tourists should expect occasional heavy downpours. The overall daylight hours also remain comparatively higher, ensuring the visibility stays optimum for sightseeing.

Temperature

Mokhotlong experiences its highest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 19.7°C (67.5°F) and a low of 9.3°C (48.7°F).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the most rainfall in Mokhotlong. Rain falls for 24.3 days and accumulates 131mm (5.16") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Mokhotlong, snow does not fall in January through March and December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Mokhotlong, Lesotho, is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 19:06. On the last day of January, in Mokhotlong, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 19:01 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 10.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Mokhotlong are January through March, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year in Mokhotlong?

The warmest month in Mokhotlong is January, with an average high-temperature of 19.7°C (67.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 9.3°C (48.7°F).

What is the usual temperature for Mokhotlong in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mokhotlong, Lesotho, are 19.7°C (67.5°F) and 9.3°C (48.7°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Mokhotlong?

In January, the average relative humidity in Mokhotlong, Lesotho, is 72%.

What is the rainiest month in Mokhotlong?

The month with the most rainfall in Mokhotlong is January, when the rain falls for 24.3 days and typically aggregates up to 131mm (5.16") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Mokhotlong?

In Mokhotlong, Lesotho, in January, during 24.3 rainfall days, 131mm (5.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Mokhotlong?

January through March and December are months without snowfall.

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

In January, the average day length in Mokhotlong, Lesotho, is 13h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Mokhotlong?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 19:06. On the last day of the month, in Mokhotlong, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 19:01 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mokhotlong have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Mokhotlong is 10.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Mokhotlong?

January through March, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Mokhotlong?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Mokhotlong, Lesotho, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average temperature in January - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average high temperature in January: 19.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (19.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 9.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (9.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-1.4°C).

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Average pressure in January
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average pressure in January - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average pressure in January: 1014.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1014.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average wind speed in January - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (10.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.2km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average humidity in January - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (42%).

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Average rainfall in January
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average rainfall in January - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall in January: 131mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (131mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average rainfall days in January - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall days in January: 24.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average snowfall in January - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall in January: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is April (45mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average snowfall days in January - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mokhotlong, 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: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average sunshine days in January - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average sunshine days in January: 3.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (3.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average UV index in January - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, August, October, November and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and July (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average cloud cover in January - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average cloud cover in January: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in January
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average visibility in January - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

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

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