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Johannesberg Weather in January

January in Johannesberg brings low temperatures around 5°C (41°F) during the day, dropping to -1°C (30°F) at night, with quite a bit of snow/rainfall expected, averaging around 79 mm (3.1 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Johannesberg in January

The climate data from previous years indicates about 16 days of snow/rain, averaging 79 mm (3.1 in) for the month. Expect plenty of grey, overcast days rather than intense storms. The rain rarely amounts to much on any given day.

Temperature in Johannesberg in January

In January, expect low temperatures in Johannesberg, with highs of 5°C (41°F) and lows of -1°C (30°F) at night. January is a notable month of the winter season. Expect a distinctly cold feel throughout the day, not just overnight. With overnight lows of -1°C (30°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. Prepare for the coldest month of the year by packing warm and cozy winter cloths.

Sunshine in Johannesberg in January

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 49 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

January in Johannesberg has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Johannesberg Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -1°C (30°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 79 mm (3.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 84% *  
SunshineSunshine 49 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 18% *  
* Data from: Frankfurt, Germany (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Best Places in Germany in January

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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 (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 Johannesberg in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Johannesberg in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Johannesberg in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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