Boksburg weather in January (Gauteng, South Africa)

Is Boksburg a good destination in January, weather-wise? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

During January, Boksburg usually has high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 27°C, while nights can cool down to about 16°C. This month features high temperatures, marking it as the warmest. Prepare with summer clothes and essentials to enjoy the sun to the fullest.

Precipitation

Boksburg in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 130 mm for the month. This month experiences about 15 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 250 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Boksburg. March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Boksburg, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 130 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Sunshine 250 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 62% *  

Data from: Johannesburg, South Africa (22 KM, 13 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.

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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

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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