January weather forecast
Sasolburg, South Africa

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another warm summer month in Sasolburg, South Africa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.1°C (61°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).

Temperature

Sasolburg, South Africa, records the warmest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 28°C (82.4°F) and a low of 16.1°C (61°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for January is calculated to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). Exhaustion might be the outcome of enduring exposure and continuous activity, with a risk of heat cramps.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

In Sasolburg, the average relative humidity in January is 62%.

Rainfall

In Sasolburg, during January, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 62mm (2.44") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sasolburg, there are 106.6 rainfall days, and 364mm (14.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through July, September through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 13h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 19:05. On the last day of January, in Sasolburg, South Africa, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 19:02 SAST.

Sunshine

In Sasolburg, the average sunshine in January is 11.6h.

UV index

January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Sasolburg. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during January translates into the following directions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Sasolburg?

Sasolburg reaches its average highest temperatures in January, measuring 28°C (82.4°F) at the peak and 16.1°C (61°F) at the lowest.

How hot is it in Sasolburg in January?

In January, in Sasolburg, the average high-temperature is 28°C (82.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 16.1°C (61°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in January is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Sasolburg?

In Sasolburg, the average relative humidity in January is 62%.

How much does it rain in Sasolburg in January?

In Sasolburg, South Africa, during January, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 62mm (2.44") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sasolburg?

January through July, September through December are months without snowfall in Sasolburg, South Africa.

How many hours of daylight does Sasolburg have in January?

The average day length in January is 13h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Sasolburg?

On the first day of January in Sasolburg, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 19:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 19:02 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sasolburg have in January?

In Sasolburg, South Africa, the average sunshine duration in January is 11.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Sasolburg?

The months with the highest UV index in Sasolburg are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in January in Sasolburg?

In Sasolburg, South Africa, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Sasolburg, South Africa

Average temperature in January - Sasolburg, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in January: 28°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (17.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (16.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.4°C).

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Average pressure in January
Sasolburg, South Africa

Average pressure in January - Sasolburg, South Africa
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Sasolburg, South Africa

Average wind speed in January - Sasolburg, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.9km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are September, October and November (12.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.4km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Sasolburg, South Africa

Average humidity in January - Sasolburg, South Africa
  • Average humidity in January: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (32%).

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Average rainfall in January
Sasolburg, South Africa

Average rainfall in January - Sasolburg, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in January: 62mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (83mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (2mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Sasolburg, South Africa

Average rainfall days in January - Sasolburg, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July and August (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall days in January
Sasolburg, South Africa

Average snowfall days in January - Sasolburg, South Africa
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sasolburg, 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 month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Sasolburg, South Africa

Average sunshine days in January - Sasolburg, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (28.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Sasolburg, South Africa

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in January
Sasolburg, South Africa

Average cloud cover in January - Sasolburg, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in January: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in January
Sasolburg, South Africa

Average visibility in January - Sasolburg, South Africa
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).

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