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Butterworth weather in January (Eastern Cape, South Africa)

What should you pack for a trip to Butterworth in January? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Butterworth includes high temperatures and high rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 27°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 17°C.

Precipitation

Butterworth in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 116 mm for the month. As the month with the highest rainfall, make sure to have an umbrella to manage the showers. Historically, the month has about 15 days of rain.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Butterworth. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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Butterworth, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 116 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  

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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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).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit South Africa, check out our Butterworth's climate page.

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.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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