Centurion weather in January (Gauteng, South Africa)

What's the typical weather in Centurion for January? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

During January, Centurion usually has high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 29°C. But by evening, they drop to around 18°C. Expect high temperatures this period, often making it the warmest month of the year. Light clothing and hydration will help you enjoy the sunny days.

Precipitation

Centurion in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 110 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 257 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

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

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

 

Centurion, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 44%  

Precipitation 110 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 61% *  

Sunshine 257 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Pretoria, South Africa (10 KM, 6 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.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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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