January weather forecast
Morija, Lesotho

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Weather in January

January sees Morija, Lesotho, experiencing a relatively high amount of rainfall with 65mm (2.56") spread over 15.9 days. Notably, this is the third-highest rainfall recorded throughout the year. Meanwhile, heatwaves are not uncommon during this month. Understandably, the city tends to be less crowded during this time which might be more favorable for tourists preferring a peaceful retreat in mountainous territory, escaping the noisy domestic life. For outdoor ventures, remember to pack waterproof attire against sudden downpours.

Temperature

The warmest temperatures in Morija occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 26.1°C (79°F) and a low of 14.8°C (58.6°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Morija, Lesotho, is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 19:13. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 19:08 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Morija 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 Morija. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Morija?

Morija's warmest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 26.1°C (79°F) to a low of 14.8°C (58.6°F).

What is the average January temperature in Morija?

In January, in Morija, the average high-temperature 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 Morija?

The average relative humidity in January in Morija, Lesotho, is 54%.

How much does it rain in Morija in January?

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

When it does not snow in Morija?

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

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

In January, the average day length in Morija, Lesotho, is 13h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Morija?

On the first day of January in Morija, Lesotho, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 19:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 19:08 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Morija have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 11.6h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in January in Morija?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Morija, Lesotho, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Morija, Lesotho

Average temperature in January - Morija, 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
Morija, Lesotho

Average pressure in January - Morija, 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
Morija, Lesotho

Average wind speed in January - Morija, 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
Morija, Lesotho

Average humidity in January - Morija, 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
Morija, Lesotho

Average rainfall in January - Morija, 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
Morija, Lesotho

Average rainfall days in January - Morija, 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
Morija, Lesotho

Average snowfall in January - Morija, 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
Morija, Lesotho

Average snowfall days in January - Morija, 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
Morija, Lesotho

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

Average sunshine days in January - Morija, 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
Morija, Lesotho

Average UV index in January - Morija, 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
Morija, Lesotho

Average cloud cover in January - Morija, 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
Morija, Lesotho

Average visibility in January - Morija, 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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