January weather forecastRatau, Lesotho
January
Weather in January
In Ratau, Lesotho, the start of the year sees temperate conditions. January temperatures peak at around 26.1°C (79°F) and settle at comfortable lows of 14.8°C (58.6°F). The weather remains relatively dry with moderate rainfall which can occasionally disrupt outdoor activities. Despite this, the city is drenched in sunlight for a substantial part of the day. Sunshine extensively extends to about 11.6 hours per day, making daylight activities favorable.Temperature
January, marked by an average high-temperature of 26.1°C (79°F) and a low-temperature of 14.8°C (58.6°F), is the warmest month.Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity in Ratau is 54%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 15.9 days. Throughout January, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ratau, 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 in Ratau.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 13h and 47min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 19:12. On the last day of January, in Ratau, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 19:07 SAST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January in Ratau, Lesotho, is 11.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Ratau are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during January translates into these guidelines:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. 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. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Ratau, 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).
Average pressure in January
Ratau, 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).
Average wind speed in January
Ratau, 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).
Average humidity in January
Ratau, 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%).
Average rainfall in January
Ratau, 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).
Average rainfall days in January
Ratau, 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).
Average snowfall in January
Ratau, 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).
Average snowfall days in January
Ratau, 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).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ratau, 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: 11h and 36min
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).
Average sunshine days in January
Ratau, 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).
Average UV index in January
Ratau, 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).
Average cloud cover in January
Ratau, 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).
Average visibility in January
Ratau, 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).
