Brakpan weather in January (Gauteng, South Africa)

Is Brakpan a good destination in January, weather-wise? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

During January, Brakpan usually has high temperatures and high rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 27°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 16°C. On average, it is the warmest month of the year. So be prepared and pack summer clothes. Embrace the warmth, but always stay equipped with your summer essentials to make the most of this warm month.

Precipitation

Brakpan in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 130 mm for the month. Typically around 14 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

With approximately 250 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

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

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

 

Brakpan, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 16°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 130 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Sunshine 250 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 62% *  

Data from: Johannesburg, South Africa (32 KM, 20 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in January

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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

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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