January Weather in Butha-Buthe

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Butha-Buthe, Lesotho, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 19°C (66°F). Highs can soar to 29°C (84°F), while lows may dip to 9°C (48°F). Typically, the humidity level in Butha-Buthe throughout January hovers around 85%.

9°C (48°F)

Minimum temperature

19°C (66°F)

Average temperature

29°C (84°F)

Maximum temperature

85%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Butha-Buthe averages 121 mm (4.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 14 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 43 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 58 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 28% probability of sunny days during this period.

121 mm (4.8 inches)

Precipitation

14 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 58 minutes

Sunshine hours

28%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Butha-Buthe reaches a maximum of 16, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 2 5 8 12 15 16 15 12 9 5 2 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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