January Weather in Grahamstown

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Grahamstown, South Africa, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 21°C (71°F). Highs can soar to 39°C (102°F), while lows may dip to 11°C (52°F). Typically, the humidity level in Grahamstown throughout January hovers around 80%.

11°C (52°F)

Minimum temperature

21°C (71°F)

Average temperature

39°C (102°F)

Maximum temperature

80%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Grahamstown averages 50 mm (2.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 9 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 3 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 55 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 42% probability of sunny days during this period.

50 mm (2.0 inches)

Precipitation

9 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 55 minutes

Sunshine hours

42%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Grahamstown 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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