Beacon Bay weather in January (South Africa)

How is the weather in Beacon Bay in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Beacon Bay the weather in January is generally perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 26°C, while nights can cool down to about 20°C.

Beacon Bay in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 90 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 13 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 221 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 favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the better months to visit Beacon Bay. January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, February tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Beacon Bay, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Water Temperature 23°C *  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 90 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 221 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 53% *  

* Data from: East London, South Africa (13 KM, 8 Miles).

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.

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 Beacon Bay in January?

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. With a water temperature of around 23°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

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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