January weather forecast
Strand, South Africa

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Weather in January

Strand, South Africa experiences the peak of its warm season in January. The temperate climate is characterized by high daytime temperatures of 25.1°C (77.2°F). Primarily, the weather remains quite dry with sporadic rainfall. Ample sunlight combined with minimal cloud cover ensures a pleasantly warm atmosphere all around. The long hours of daylight promise splendid opportunities for outdoor activities.

Temperature

Strand's transition from December to January introduces an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.1°C (77.2°F), marking an insignificant variation from the 23.7°C (74.7°F). The mean low-temperature during January nights is a comfortable 16.7°C (62.1°F).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January, February, April and December, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Strand, in January, during 7.8 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 125.4 rainfall days, and 489mm (19.25") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

January is the month with the warmest seawater in Strand, South Africa, with an average sea temperature of 19.4°C (66.9°F).
Note: Most people find it challenging to enjoy swimming in water that is 19.4°C (66.9°F). As water temperature falls below 21°C (69.8°F), controlling breathing grows increasingly difficult.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 14h and 7min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 19:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 19:51 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Strand, South Africa, is 11h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during January leads to these advisories:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in January in Strand?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Strand, is 25.1°C (77.2°F), while the average low-temperature is 16.7°C (62.1°F).

What are the least humid months in Strand?

January, February, April and December, with an average relative humidity of 71%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Strand?

The average relative humidity in January in Strand, South Africa, is 71%.

How many days does it rain in January in Strand?

In Strand, South Africa, in January, during 7.8 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What month is the sea warmest in Strand?

With an average sea temperature of 19.4°C (66.9°F), January is the month with the warmest seawater.

What is the sea water temperature in January in Strand?

In Strand, in January, the average water temperature is 19.4°C (66.9°F). For most, swimming in 19.4°C (66.9°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

How many hours of daylight does Strand have in January?

In January, the average day length is 14h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Strand?

On the first day of January in Strand, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 19:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 19:51 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Strand?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Strand is 11h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Strand?

The months with the highest UV index in Strand, South Africa, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Strand?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Strand is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Strand, South Africa

Average temperature in January - Strand, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in January: 25.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (25.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (15.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (9.3°C).

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Average pressure in January
Strand, South Africa

Average pressure in January - Strand, South Africa
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Strand, South Africa

Average wind speed in January - Strand, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in January: 16.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (17km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (13.8km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Strand, South Africa

Average humidity in January - Strand, South Africa
  • Average humidity in January: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, April and December (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Strand, South Africa

Average rainfall in January - Strand, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in January: 15mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (105mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (10mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Strand, South Africa

Average rainfall days in January - Strand, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Strand, South Africa

Average sea temperature in January - Strand, South Africa
  • Average sea temperature in January: 19.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (19.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August and September (15.3°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Strand, 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: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 11h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Strand, South Africa

Average sunshine days in January - Strand, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Strand, South Africa

Average UV index in January - Strand, 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 May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in January
Strand, South Africa

Average cloud cover in January - Strand, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in January: 18

The months with the most cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in January
Strand, South Africa

Average visibility in January - Strand, 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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