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

What kind of weather does January bring to Ethels Drive? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Ethels Drive includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 25°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 14°C. The warmest month of the year calls for summer outfits and sun protection. Enjoy the heat but make sure to stay cool and hydrated.

Precipitation

Ethels Drive in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 306 mm for the month. Expect the heaviest rain of the year this month, often arriving in intense bursts. A poncho is essential for keeping dry. On average, there are about 15 days with rain during this month.

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 and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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.

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

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