Ballito weather in January (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)

What kind of weather does January bring to Ballito? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In January, Ballito tends to experience high temperatures and high rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 28°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 22°C.

Precipitation

Ballito in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 113 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 14 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 183 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Ballito. April, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ballito, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 46%  

Precipitation 113 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 183 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Durban, South Africa (39 KM, 24 Miles).

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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