January Weather in Phalaborwa

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Phalaborwa, South Africa, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 26°C (80°F). Highs can soar to 38°C (101°F), while lows may dip to 18°C (65°F). Typically, the humidity level in Phalaborwa throughout January hovers around 74%.

18°C (65°F)

Minimum temperature

26°C (80°F)

Average temperature

38°C (101°F)

Maximum temperature

74%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Phalaborwa averages 76 mm (3.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 8 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 24 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 22 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 29% probability of sunny days during this period.

76 mm (3.0 inches)

Precipitation

8 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 22 minutes

Sunshine hours

29%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Phalaborwa 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 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

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