January weather forecast
Hectorspruit, South Africa

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Hectorspruit, South Africa, is another warm summer month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.9°C (84°F) and min 19°C (66.2°F).

Temperature

Hectorspruit's shift from December to January is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.9°C (84°F), a slight deviation from 29.1°C (84.4°F). Hectorspruit experiences a mean temperature of 19°C (66.2°F) during January nights.

Heat index

January's average heat index is computed to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.

Humidity

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Hectorspruit.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 20.3 days. Throughout January, 88mm (3.46") of precipitation is accumulated. In Hectorspruit, South Africa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.5 days and collects up to 488mm (19.21") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Hectorspruit is 13h and 31min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:05 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:45 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 8.7h.

UV index

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in January interprets into the following advice:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Hectorspruit in January?
The high-temperature in Hectorspruit, South Africa, during January is 28.9°C (84°F) and the low-temperature is 19°C (66.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in January is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).
What are the most humid months in Hectorspruit?
January through March, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Hectorspruit, South Africa.
What is the average humidity in January in Hectorspruit?
The average relative humidity in January is 78%.
How much does it rain in Hectorspruit in January?
In Hectorspruit, in January, it is raining for 20.3 days, with typically 88mm (3.46") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in January in Hectorspruit?
In January, the average day length in Hectorspruit, South Africa, is 13h and 31min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Hectorspruit?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:05 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:45 SAST.
How long on average sun shines in January in Hectorspruit?
In Hectorspruit, the average sunshine duration in January is 8.7h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Hectorspruit?
The months with the highest UV index in Hectorspruit are January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
How high is the UV index in January in Hectorspruit?
In Hectorspruit, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January - Hectorspruit, South Africa
Average temperature in January
Hectorspruit, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (29.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 19°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (10.6°C).

Average pressure in January - Hectorspruit, South Africa
Average pressure in January
Hectorspruit, South Africa
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Hectorspruit, South Africa
Average wind speed in January
Hectorspruit, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (8.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and May (6.4km/h).

Average humidity in January - Hectorspruit, South Africa
Average humidity in January
Hectorspruit, South Africa
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).

Average rainfall in January - Hectorspruit, South Africa
Average rainfall in January
Hectorspruit, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in January: 88mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Hectorspruit, South Africa
Average rainfall days in January
Hectorspruit, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in January: 20.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.8 days).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hectorspruit, South Africa
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Hectorspruit, South Africa
  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January - Hectorspruit, South Africa
Average sunshine days in January
Hectorspruit, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.5 days).

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

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

Average cloud cover in January - Hectorspruit, South Africa
Average cloud cover in January
Hectorspruit, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in January: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in January - Hectorspruit, South Africa
Average visibility in January
Hectorspruit, South Africa
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (8km).

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