East London Weather in January

During January, East London experiences high daytime temperatures of 26°C (79°F) and cooler nights around 20°C (68°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 83 mm (3.3 in) is typical.

Rainfall in East London in January

The climate data from previous years indicates about 12 days of rain, averaging 83 mm (3.3 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in East London in January

January in East London is generally excellent, with days reaching 26°C (79°F) and nights settling around 20°C (68°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. With overnight lows of 20°C (68°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.

Sunshine in East London in January

There are approximately 221 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Wind Speed in East London in January

Wind speeds average 4 m/s (8 knots) during January. At this speed, expect moderate winds that can raise dust and move small branches. Since this is an average, some days have gentle light winds while others experience stronger breezes that are quite noticeable.

Average water temperature in January

At 23°C (73°F), the water is warm and comfortable for swimming. Most people find this temperature ideal for spending longer periods in the water.

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