January Weather in Ladysmith

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Ladysmith, South Africa, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 22°C (72°F). Highs can soar to 35°C (96°F), while lows may dip to 13°C (55°F). Typically, the humidity level in Ladysmith throughout January hovers around 85%.

13°C (55°F)

Minimum temperature

22°C (72°F)

Average temperature

35°C (96°F)

Maximum temperature

85%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Ladysmith averages 131 mm (5.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 14 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 42 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 48 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 23% probability of sunny days during this period.

131 mm (5.1 inches)

Precipitation

14 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 48 minutes

Sunshine hours

23%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Ladysmith 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 4 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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