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 sea temperature 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
Weather in January
Temperature
The onset of January brings with it an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.2°C (77.4°F), showing a negligible variation from the month before. In the month of January, the average low-temperature usually rests at a comfortable 19.3°C (66.7°F).Humidity
January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months in Port Elizabeth.Rainfall
In Port Elizabeth, during January, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of precipitation. In Port Elizabeth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.6 days and collects up to 314mm (12.36") of precipitation.Sea temperature
With an average sea temperature of 22.1°C (71.8°F), January is the month with the warmest seawater in Port Elizabeth, South Africa.Note: Given an individual's cold sensitivity, considering factors like sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a brief swim in 22.1°C (71.8°F) water might be pleasurable. (FYI: The standard water temperature for Olympic swimming contests is 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).)
Daylight
In Port Elizabeth, the average length of the day in January is 14h and 5min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 19:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 19:24 SAST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 9.6h.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Port Elizabeth. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In January, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Notice! The reflection of water and sand increases the UV radiation significantly.
Frequently asked questions
What are January temperatures in Port Elizabeth?
What are the most humid months in Port Elizabeth?
What is the average humidity in January in Port Elizabeth?
How many days does it rain in January in Port Elizabeth?
What is the month with the warmest sea water in Port Elizabeth?
What is the sea temperature in January in Port Elizabeth?
What is the average length of the day in January in Port Elizabeth?
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Port Elizabeth?
How long on average sun shines in January in Port Elizabeth?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Port Elizabeth?
What is the UV index reading in January in Port Elizabeth?
Average temperature in January
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average high temperature in January: 25.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.7°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 19.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (19.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (13.3°C).
Average pressure in January
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average pressure in January: 1013.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.5mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average wind speed in January: 18.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (20.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (16.4km/h).
Average humidity in January
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average humidity in January: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (62%).
Average rainfall in January
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average rainfall in January: 28mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (33mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (21mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in January: 14.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (7.8 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average sea temperature in January: 22.1°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (22.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (18.5°C).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Port Elizabeth, 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: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 9h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in January
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in January: 10.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).
Average UV index in January
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average UV index in January: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in January
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in January: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in January
Port Elizabeth, 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).
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
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