January Weather in Adelaide

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Adelaide, South Africa, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 22°C (71°F). Highs can soar to 39°C (103°F), while lows may dip to 10°C (51°F). Typically, the humidity level in Adelaide throughout January hovers around 80%.

10°C (51°F)

Minimum temperature

22°C (71°F)

Average temperature

39°C (103°F)

Maximum temperature

80%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Adelaide averages 68 mm (2.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 0 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 12 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 47% probability of sunny days during this period.

68 mm (2.7 inches)

Precipitation

11 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 12 minutes

Sunshine hours

47%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Adelaide reaches a maximum of 15, 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 7 10 13 15 14 12 9 5 3 1 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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