January Rainfall and Precipitation in South Africa
Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across South Africa in January.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
South Africa precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does South Africa receive in January?
Cape Town stays mostly dry in January, with average rainfall close to 20 mm (0.8 in).
How many days does it rain in South Africa in January?
Expect around 5 days rainy days in Cape Town during January.
Is January part of the rainy season in South Africa?
No. January sits outside the typical rainy season in South Africa, so you can expect drier conditions overall.
What is the wettest city in January in South Africa?
In our database, Bonjaneni stands out as having an average rainfall level of 373 mm (15 in), making it the wettest location.
What is the driest city in January in South Africa?
Based on our database, Port Nolloth sees the least rainfall in South Africa in January, with around 5.4 mm (0.2 in) on average.
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