January weather forecastLuderitz, Namibia

January

Weather in January

During this month, Luderitz experiences high-temperatures averaging at 26°C (78.8°F) with mild evenings that dip to 18.9°C (66°F). After the New Year's kickoff, this beautiful city experiences a slow escalation in temperatures creating a moderate climate ideal for outdoor activities. While the oceanic temperatures stay revitalizing with a mild chill, hits of fresh 22.2km/h (13.8mph) winds add vibrancy to the coast. January is one of the months when the city witnesses the highest daylight hours uplifting the coastal vibe with a spry wave of energy. The azure and crystal clear Visibility reaches to 10km (6.2mi), enhancing the city's natural charm and picturesque view.

Temperature

Luderitz marks the start of January with an average high-temperature of a still warm 26°C (78.8°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from December's 25.2°C (77.4°F). January sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 18.9°C (66°F).

Humidity

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

Rainfall

In Luderitz, in January, during 2.1 rainfall days, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Luderitz, during the entire year, the rain falls for 18 days and collects up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 17.3°C (63.1°F), January is the month with the warmest seawater.
Note: Swimming is not enjoyable for most people in water that is 17.3°C (63.1°F). As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing control becomes harder.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Luderitz is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 19:56. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 19:53 CAT.

Sunshine

In Luderitz, the average sunshine in January is 10h.

UV index

January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Updated: Jun 4, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Luderitz in January has an average high-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 18.9°C (66°F).

January is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

In January, the average relative humidity is 63%.

In Luderitz, during January, the rain falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.

January is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 17.3°C (63.1°F).

In January, the average sea temperature is 17.3°C (63.1°F). Swimming in 17.3°C (63.1°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

In Luderitz, the average day length in January is 13h and 35min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 19:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 19:53 CAT.

The average sunshine duration in January is 10h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

25.2°C

26°C

26.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

24.8km/h

24.3km/h

22.1km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

2.1

1.9

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

29.5

28.3

25.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

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Average temperature in January
Luderitz, Namibia

Average high temperature in January: 26°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (26.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (20.6°C).

Average low temperature in January: 18.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (19.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (13.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Luderitz, Namibia

Average pressure in January: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.6mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Luderitz, Namibia

Average wind speed in January: 22.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (22.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (13.5km/h).

Average humidity in January
Luderitz, Namibia

Average humidity in January: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (50%).

Average rainfall in January
Luderitz, Namibia

Average rainfall in January: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (7mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (0mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Luderitz, Namibia

Average rainfall days in January: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (3.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Luderitz, Namibia

Average sea temperature in January: 17.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (17.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (13.8°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Luderitz, Namibia

Average daylight in January: 13h and 36min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

Average sunshine in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Luderitz, Namibia

Average sunshine days in January: 28.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (25.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Luderitz, Namibia

Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in January
Luderitz, Namibia

Average cloud cover in January: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 8).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in January
Luderitz, Namibia

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).