January weather forecast
Fordsburg, South Africa

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Fordsburg, South Africa, is a moderately hot summer month, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.5°C (61.7°F) and max 27.3°C (81.1°F).

Temperature

Fordsburg's warmest season falls during January, February and December, averaging a high-temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F).

Heat index

In January, the heat index is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F). If one stays active during extended exposure, it might induce fatigue and result in heat cramps.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 63%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In January, in Fordsburg, the rain falls for 19 days. Throughout January, 86mm (3.39") of precipitation is accumulated. In Fordsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.7 days and collects up to 434mm (17.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 19:03. On the last day of January, in Fordsburg, South Africa, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 19:00 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 11.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in January translates into this advice:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months in Fordsburg?

Fordsburg witnesses its highest temperatures in January, February and December, reaching an average of 27.3°C (81.1°F).

What is the average January temperature in Fordsburg?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Fordsburg during January are 27.3°C (81.1°F) and 16.5°C (61.7°F) respectively. In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the most humid month in Fordsburg?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 63%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Fordsburg?

The average relative humidity in January in Fordsburg is 63%.

How much does it rain in Fordsburg in January?

In January, in Fordsburg, the rain falls for 19 days. Throughout January, 86mm (3.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Fordsburg have in January?

The average day length in January in Fordsburg is 13h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Fordsburg?

On the first day of January in Fordsburg, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 19:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 19:00 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fordsburg have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Fordsburg is 11.5h.

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

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Fordsburg, South Africa.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Fordsburg?

In Fordsburg, South Africa, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Fordsburg, South Africa

Average temperature in January - Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in January: 27.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January, February and December (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (17.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.1°C).

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Average pressure in January
Fordsburg, South Africa

Average pressure in January - Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average pressure in January: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Fordsburg, South Africa

Average wind speed in January - Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.9km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Fordsburg, South Africa

Average humidity in January - Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average humidity in January: 63%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (33%).

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Average rainfall in January
Fordsburg, South Africa

Average rainfall in January - Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in January: 86mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (93mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Fordsburg, South Africa

Average rainfall days in January - Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in January: 19 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.8 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Fordsburg, South Africa

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 4min

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: 11h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Fordsburg, South Africa

Average sunshine days in January - Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and December (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Fordsburg, South Africa

Average UV index in January - Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in January
Fordsburg, South Africa

Average cloud cover in January - Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in January: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in January
Fordsburg, South Africa

Average visibility in January - Fordsburg, South Africa
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).

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