January weather forecast
Makwassie, South Africa

January

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a moderately hot summer month in Makwassie, South Africa, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.1°C (64.6°F) and max 29°C (84.2°F).

Temperature

The advent of January observes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29°C (84.2°F), nearly identical to December's 29.3°C (84.7°F). During January, an average low-temperature of 18.1°C (64.6°F) is observed.

Heat index

The heat index value for January is calculated to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). If one persists in activity during exposure, it could induce weariness and subsequently, heat cramps.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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 especially vital to children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 53%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 16.4 days. Throughout January, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is accumulated. In Makwassie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94 days and collects up to 337mm (13.27") of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of January in Makwassie, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 19:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 19:10 SAST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 11.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Makwassie are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in January translates into these instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is January?
In Makwassie, 29°C (84.2°F) is the average high-temperature and 18.1°C (64.6°F) is the average low-temperature during January. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in January is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
The average relative humidity in January in Makwassie is 53%.
How many days does it rain in January in Makwassie?
In Makwassie, in January, it is raining for 16.4 days, with typically 61mm (2.4") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Makwassie have in January?
In Makwassie, the average day length in January is 13h and 38min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 19:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 19:10 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does Makwassie have in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 11.5h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Makwassie?
The months with the highest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
How high is the UV index in January?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Makwassie, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in January: 29°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (17.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 18.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.6°C).

Average pressure in January
Makwassie, South Africa
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Makwassie, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.7km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are September and November (15km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (10.3km/h).

Average humidity in January
Makwassie, South Africa
  • Average humidity in January: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (29%).

Average rainfall in January
Makwassie, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in January: 61mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (74mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Makwassie, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in January: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (1.2 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Makwassie, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 11h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are October and November (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Makwassie, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Makwassie, 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
Makwassie, 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
Makwassie, 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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