January weather forecastMokhotlong, Lesotho
January
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
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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).
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).
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).
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).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mokhotlong, 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: 10h and 48min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
