January weather forecast
Upington, South Africa

January

Weather in January

January in Upington, South Africa, sees the arrival of the New Year with warm, sunny days. The month experiences the highest UV index of 7, metaphorically turning the city into a vibrant, bustling outdoor paradise amid long, sunlit hours. However, this is tempered by mild winds of 15.3km/h (9.5mph) to 17km/h (10.6mph), providing a respite from the unrelenting sunshine. Compared to the previous month, December, the relative humidity drops slightly to 26%, contributing to the overall comfort of these summer days. A climatic transition begins en route to February, characterized by marginally lower temperatures and higher rainfall.

Temperature

The highest temperatures in Upington are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 35°C (95°F) and a low of 22.8°C (73°F).

Humidity

In Upington, the average relative humidity in January is 26%.

Rainfall

In Upington, in January, during 6.3 rainfall days, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Upington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 43.6 days and collects up to 89mm (3.5") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Upington is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 19:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 19:31 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Upington is 11.6h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Upington is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during January leads to these instructions:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Upington?
In Upington, January is the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 35°C (95°F) and a low of 22.8°C (73°F).
How hot does it get in Upington in January?
The high-temperature during January is 35°C (95°F) and the low-temperature is 22.8°C (73°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Upington?
The average relative humidity in January in Upington is 26%.
How much does it rain in Upington in January?
In Upington, during January, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in January in Upington?
In Upington, the average day length in January is 13h and 43min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Upington?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 19:35. On the last day of the month, in Upington, South Africa, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 19:31 SAST.
How long on average sun shines in January in Upington?
In Upington, the average sunshine duration in January is 11.6h.
How high is the UV index in January in Upington?
In Upington, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Upington, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in January: 35°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (35°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (19.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 22.8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (22.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.4°C).

Average pressure in January
Upington, South Africa
  • Average pressure in January: 1009.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Upington, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in January: 15.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (17.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (14km/h).

Average humidity in January
Upington, South Africa
  • Average humidity in January: 26%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (41%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (21%).

Average rainfall in January
Upington, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in January: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (21mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Upington, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (8.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.9 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Upington, South Africa
  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Upington, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Upington, South Africa
  • Average UV index in January: 7

The month with the highest UV index is December (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January
Upington, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in January: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 13).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in January
Upington, 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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