January weather forecast
Sterkspruit, South Africa

January

Weather in January

January, like December, in Sterkspruit, South Africa, is a moderately hot summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.8°C (83.8°F) and 16.3°C (61.3°F).

Temperature

Sterkspruit's January weather reaches an average high of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and an average low of 16.3°C (61.3°F), making it the warmest month.

Heat index

The heat index in January is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F). Long-lasting exposure and activity potentially induce a sense of weariness, with the risk of heat cramps.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Sterkspruit is 50%.

Rainfall

In Sterkspruit, in January, during 9.4 rainfall days, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.2 rainfall days, and 287mm (11.3") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Sterkspruit, snow does not fall in January through May, August through December.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Sterkspruit is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of January in Sterkspruit, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 19:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 19:10 SAST.

Sunshine

January, October through December, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Sterkspruit.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Sterkspruit. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Sterkspruit?
January, recognised by an average high temperature of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and a low of 16.3°C (61.3°F), is Sterkspruit's warmest month.
How hot is January in Sterkspruit?
An average high-temperature, in January, in Sterkspruit, is 28.8°C (83.8°F) and the average low-temperature is 16.3°C (61.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in January is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Sterkspruit?
In Sterkspruit, the average relative humidity in January is 50%.
How much does it rain in Sterkspruit in January?
In Sterkspruit, South Africa, in January, during 9.4 rainfall days, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When it does not snow in Sterkspruit?
In Sterkspruit, South Africa, snow does not fall in January through May, August through December.
How many hours of daylight does Sterkspruit have in January?
In January, the average day length in Sterkspruit, South Africa, is 13h and 52min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Sterkspruit?
On the first day of January in Sterkspruit, South Africa, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 19:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 19:10 SAST.
What is the month with the most sunshine in Sterkspruit?
The months with the most sunshine in Sterkspruit are January, October through December, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Sterkspruit have in January?
In Sterkspruit, South Africa, the average sunshine duration in January is 11.9h.
When is the highest UV index in Sterkspruit?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Sterkspruit, South Africa.
What is the UV index intensity in January in Sterkspruit?
The average daily maximum UV index in January in Sterkspruit is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Sterkspruit, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in January: 28.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (14.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (2.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Sterkspruit, South Africa
  • Average pressure in January: 1012.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Sterkspruit, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (15.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.3km/h).

Average humidity in January
Sterkspruit, South Africa
  • Average humidity in January: 50%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).

Average rainfall in January
Sterkspruit, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in January: 36mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (7mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Sterkspruit, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (10 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sterkspruit, South Africa
  • Average snowfall in January: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is June (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Sterkspruit, South Africa
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sterkspruit, South Africa
  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 11h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are January, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sterkspruit, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Sterkspruit, South Africa
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Sterkspruit, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in January: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 17).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in January
Sterkspruit, 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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