January Weather in Maseru

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Maseru, Lesotho, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 21°C (70°F). Highs can soar to 32°C (90°F), while lows may dip to 10°C (51°F). Typically, the humidity level in Maseru throughout January hovers around 75%.

10°C (51°F)

Minimum temperature

21°C (70°F)

Average temperature

32°C (90°F)

Maximum temperature

75%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Maseru averages 123 mm (4.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 45 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 7 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 36% probability of sunny days during this period.

123 mm (4.9 inches)

Precipitation

12 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 7 minutes

Sunshine hours

36%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Maseru 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 4 8 11 14 16 15 12 9 5 2 1 1
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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