January Weather in Heidelberg

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Heidelberg, South Africa, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 21°C (69°F). Highs can soar to 30°C (87°F), while lows may dip to 11°C (53°F). Typically, the humidity level in Heidelberg throughout January hovers around 79%.

11°C (53°F)

Minimum temperature

21°C (69°F)

Average temperature

30°C (87°F)

Maximum temperature

79%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Heidelberg averages 121 mm (4.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 14 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 34 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 56 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 29% probability of sunny days during this period.

121 mm (4.8 inches)

Precipitation

14 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 56 minutes

Sunshine hours

29%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Heidelberg 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 8 11 14 15 14 12 8 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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