January weather forecast
Despatch, South Africa

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Despatch, South Africa, is a moderately hot summer month, with an average temperature varying between 18.6°C (65.5°F) and 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Temperature

December's transformation into January witnesses an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.8°C (78.4°F), noting a minor change from the preceding month. In Despatch, in January, the average low-temperature is a refreshing 18.6°C (65.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Despatch is 74%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout January, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.2 rainfall days, and 279mm (10.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Despatch is 14h and 6min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 19:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 19:24 SAST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Despatch are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Despatch in January?
The average high-temperature, in January, in Despatch, is 25.8°C (78.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 18.6°C (65.5°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Despatch?
In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.
How many days does it rain in January in Despatch?
In Despatch, in January, during 12.3 rainfall days, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Despatch have in January?
In January, the average day length in Despatch, South Africa, is 14h and 6min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Despatch?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 19:32. On the last day of the month, in Despatch, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 19:24 SAST.
How long on average sun shines in January in Despatch?
In January, the average sunshine duration in Despatch, South Africa, is 9.8h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Despatch?
The months with the highest UV index in Despatch, South Africa, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index reading in January in Despatch?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average wind speed
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Average visibility
Average temperature in January
Despatch, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (26.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (18.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.7°C).

Average pressure in January
Despatch, South Africa
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Despatch, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in January: 16.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (17.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (13.8km/h).

Average humidity in January
Despatch, South Africa
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (61%).

Average rainfall in January
Despatch, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in January: 27mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and October (30mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (16mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Despatch, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are October and December (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (7.8 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Despatch, South Africa
  • Average daylight in January: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Despatch, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Despatch, South Africa
  • Average UV index in January: 6

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

Average cloud cover in January
Despatch, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in January: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in January
Despatch, South Africa
  • 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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