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Drakensberg Garden Weather in January
Drakensberg Garden in January averages 22°C (72°F) during the day and 11°C (52°F) at night. This is the wettest month of the year.
Rainfall in Drakensberg Garden in January
Drakensberg Garden is in the rainy season in January, with rain on around 19 days and an average of 279 mm (11 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.
Temperature in Drakensberg Garden in January
January in Drakensberg Garden brings high temperatures, with highs of 22°C (72°F) and nights around 11°C (52°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights cool down to 11°C (52°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. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.January in Drakensberg Garden can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Drakensberg Garden Temperature in January
Min Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Max Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Chance of Rain
65%
Precipitation
279 mm (11 in)
Rainy days
19 days
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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 Drakensberg Garden in January
Pleasant temperatures in January mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!
What To Do in Drakensberg Garden in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Camping6/10
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