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Harrismith Weather in January

January in Harrismith brings high temperatures around 26°C (79°F) during the day, dropping to 15°C (59°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 160 mm (6.3 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Harrismith in January

On average, there are about 15 days with rain during this month, averaging 160 mm (6.3 in). This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Harrismith in January

January in Harrismith sees highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 15°C (59°F) overnight. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. At 15°C (59°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping. This is typically the warmest month of the year, so light summer clothing is a good idea.

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Harrismith Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C (79°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 160 mm (6.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  

Best Places in South Africa in January

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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 Harrismith in January

Warm but pleasant conditions in Harrismith in January. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions.

What To Do in Harrismith in January

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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