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Kuruman weather in January (South Africa)

What kind of weather does January bring to Kuruman? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of January in Kuruman typically brings very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is known for being in the summer season. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 32°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 19°C. The average temperatures are warm, but some days will be hotter. Make sure to dress in light, breathable clothing and drink plenty of water.

Precipitation

Kuruman in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 98 mm for the month. Being the wettest month, having an umbrella on standby can help you avoid getting caught in the rain. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 8 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 290 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Kuruman.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kuruman. March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kuruman climate page with graphs.

 

Kuruman, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 26%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 98 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 45%  
SunshineSunshine 290 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 70%  

Where to go in South Africa in January

Find out more about the weather in South Africa and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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