January Weather in Phuthaditjhaba

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Phuthaditjhaba, South Africa, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 18°C (64°F). Highs can soar to 28°C (83°F), while lows may dip to 9°C (48°F). Typically, the humidity level in Phuthaditjhaba throughout January hovers around 85%.

9°C (48°F)

Minimum temperature

18°C (64°F)

Average temperature

28°C (83°F)

Maximum temperature

85%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Phuthaditjhaba averages 133 mm (5.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 16 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 42 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 50 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 19% probability of sunny days during this period.

133 mm (5.2 inches)

Precipitation

16 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 50 minutes

Sunshine hours

19%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Phuthaditjhaba 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 8 12 14 16 15 12 8 5 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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