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Gqeberha weather in January (Eastern Cape, South Africa)

What can you expect from the weather in Gqeberha during January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Gqeberha the weather in January is generally perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 25°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 20°C.

Gqeberha in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 40 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Rain is expected on roughly 9 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 266 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, typically offer the best circumstances. While tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Gqeberha, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 22°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 28%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 40 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 266 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in South Africa in January

Find out more about the weather in South Africa in January and which places have the best weather 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 Gqeberha in January?

For visitors traveling to Gqeberha, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 22°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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