Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Pongola, South Africa, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 23°C (74°F). Highs can soar to 34°C (94°F), while lows may dip to 15°C (59°F). Typically, the humidity level in Pongola throughout January hovers around 82%.
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In January, Pongola averages 93 mm (3.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 37 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 16 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 23% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In January, the UV Index in Pongola 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 | ||||||