Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
January
Weather in January
Temperature
January and December are known as Klerksdorp's warmest months, with an average high-temperature of 29.5°C (85.1°F).Heat index
In January, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). One might feel worn out with persistent exposure and activity, resulting in heat cramps.One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 54%.Rainfall
In Klerksdorp, in January, it is raining for 16.4 days, with typically 67mm (2.64") of accumulated precipitation. In Klerksdorp, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.1 days and collects up to 342mm (13.46") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in January in Klerksdorp is 13h and 37min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 19:07 SAST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine in Klerksdorp, South Africa, is 11.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Klerksdorp, South Africa, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average UV index of 6 in January transforms into this advice:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
What time of the year is the hottest in Klerksdorp?
Is it hot in Klerksdorp during January?
What is the average humidity in January in Klerksdorp?
How many days does it rain in January in Klerksdorp?
What is the average length of the day in January in Klerksdorp?
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Klerksdorp?
How long on average sun shines in January in Klerksdorp?
What are the months with the highest UV index in Klerksdorp?
What is the UV index intensity in January in Klerksdorp?
Average temperature in January
Klerksdorp, South Africa
- Average high temperature in January: 29.5°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and December (29.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (18.3°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 17.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (18°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.6°C).
Average pressure in January
Klerksdorp, South Africa
- Average pressure in January: 1012.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Klerksdorp, South Africa
- Average wind speed in January: 10.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.9km/h).
Average humidity in January
Klerksdorp, South Africa
- Average humidity in January: 54%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (29%).
Average rainfall in January
Klerksdorp, South Africa
- Average rainfall in January: 67mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (73mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Klerksdorp, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in January: 16.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (1 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Klerksdorp, 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 4min
The months with the most sunshine are October and November (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in January
Klerksdorp, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in January: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.5 days).
Average UV index in January
Klerksdorp, South Africa
- Average UV index in January: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in January
Klerksdorp, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in January: 21
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 21).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in January
Klerksdorp, 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).
