January Weather in Orkney

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Orkney, 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 13°C (56°F). Typically, the humidity level in Orkney throughout January hovers around 71%.

13°C (56°F)

Minimum temperature

23°C (74°F)

Average temperature

34°C (94°F)

Maximum temperature

71%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Orkney averages 94 mm (3.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 36 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 7 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 31% probability of sunny days during this period.

94 mm (3.7 inches)

Precipitation

12 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 7 minutes

Sunshine hours

31%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Orkney reaches a maximum of 16, 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 7 11 14 16 15 13 9 5 2 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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