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Cape Saint Francis Weather in January

During January, Cape Saint Francis experiences high daytime temperatures of 24°C (75°F) and cooler nights around 20°C (68°F). As the driest month of the year, rainfall is at its lowest.

Rainfall in Cape Saint Francis in January

With the driest weather of the year, this month is ideal for outdoor fun. You can expect rain on around 8 days based on historical patterns, with 39 mm (1.5 in) average for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Cape Saint Francis in January

Cape Saint Francis in January is worth a visit. The temperature is perfect, with 24°C (75°F) during the day and 20°C (68°F) at night. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. Nights cool down to 20°C (68°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Cape Saint Francis in January

The city usually sees around 266 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a good time to visit Cape Saint Francis.

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Cape Saint Francis Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 24°C (75°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 25%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 39 mm (1.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
SunshineSunshine 266 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Gqeberha, South Africa (74 KM, 46 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Cape Saint Francis in January

For Cape Saint Francis in January, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Cape Saint Francis in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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