Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 21°C (70°F). Highs can soar to 34°C (94°F), while lows may dip to 13°C (56°F). Typically, the humidity level in Pietermaritzburg throughout January hovers around 85%.
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In January, Pietermaritzburg averages 113 mm (4.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 15 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 47 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 8 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 24% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In January, the UV Index in Pietermaritzburg 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.
| 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 | |
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| UVI | 2 | 5 | 8 | 11 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||