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Ethels Drive weather in January (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)

What can you expect from the weather in Ethels Drive during January? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Ethels Drive generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 25°C, while night temperatures can drop to 14°C. Often, it stands out as the year's warmest month. With this in mind, cool breathable fabrics will make navigating the heat much more bearable. Always be ready to embrace the warmth while staying cool and protected.

Ethels Drive in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 306 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Typically around 15 days of rainfall is expected.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Ethels Drive. April, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Ethels Drive, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 306 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  

Where to go in South Africa in January

Find out more about the weather in South Africa in January and which places have the best weather 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).

So, what should you wear in Ethels Drive in January?

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 in January.

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

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