January weather forecast
Hermanus, South Africa

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Weather in January

January, like December, is an agreeable summer month in Hermanus, South Africa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.9°C (73.2°F) and 18°C (64.4°F).

Temperature

At the start of January, Hermanus's average high-temperature reaches a still pleasant 22.9°C (73.2°F), subtly different from the preceding month. During January, Hermanus's temperature shows a minor deviation from daytime highs, falling to a steady low-temperature average of 18°C (64.4°F).

Humidity

January through March, May, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Hermanus.

Rainfall

In Hermanus, South Africa, in January, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 18mm (0.71") of accumulated precipitation. In Hermanus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.9 days and collects up to 270mm (10.63") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The month with the warmest seawater in Hermanus is January, with an average sea temperature of 20°C (68°F).
Note: Most people do not find swimming enjoyable in water of 20°C (68°F). The task of controlling breathing becomes tougher as the temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 14h and 9min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 19:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 19:50 SAST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Hermanus are January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average January temperature in Hermanus?

In Hermanus, 22.9°C (73.2°F) is the average high-temperature and 18°C (64.4°F) is the average low-temperature during January.

What are the most humid months in Hermanus?

January through March, May, September and October, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Hermanus.

What is the average humidity in January in Hermanus?

In January, the average relative humidity in Hermanus, South Africa, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Hermanus in January?

In Hermanus, in January, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 18mm (0.71") of accumulated precipitation.

What month is the sea warmest in Hermanus?

January is the month with the warmest seawater in Hermanus, South Africa, with an average sea temperature of 20°C (68°F).

What is the sea temperature in January in Hermanus?

In Hermanus, the average seawater temperature in January is 20°C (68°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 20°C (68°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the average length of the day in January in Hermanus?

The average day length in January in Hermanus, South Africa, is 14h and 9min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Hermanus?

On the first day of January in Hermanus, South Africa, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 19:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 19:50 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Hermanus?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Hermanus is 10h.

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

January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Hermanus.

What is the UV index reading in January in Hermanus?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in January
Hermanus, South Africa

Average temperature in January - Hermanus, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (23.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (16.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (11.5°C).

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Average pressure in January
Hermanus, South Africa

Average pressure in January - Hermanus, South Africa
  • Average pressure in January: 1014mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Hermanus, South Africa

Average wind speed in January - Hermanus, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in January: 20.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (21.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (17.7km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Hermanus, South Africa

Average humidity in January - Hermanus, South Africa
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March, May, September and October (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Hermanus, South Africa

Average rainfall in January - Hermanus, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in January: 18mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (47mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (13mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Hermanus, South Africa

Average rainfall days in January - Hermanus, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.1 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Hermanus, South Africa

Average sea temperature in January - Hermanus, South Africa
  • Average sea temperature in January: 20°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (20°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (15.4°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hermanus, 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: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Hermanus, South Africa

Average sunshine days in January - Hermanus, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Hermanus, South Africa

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Hermanus, South Africa

Average cloud cover in January - Hermanus, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in January: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are March and October (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Hermanus, South Africa

Average visibility in January - Hermanus, 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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