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Kakamas weather in January (Northern Cape, South Africa)

Planning a trip to Kakamas in January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In January, Kakamas generally has very high temperatures and low rainfall. January falls within the summer season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 37°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 22°C. On average, it is the warmest month of the year. So be prepared and pack summer clothes. Embrace the warmth, but always stay equipped with your summer essentials to make the most of this toasty month.

Kakamas in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 26 mm for the month. It is the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella might come in handy. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 2 days of the month will see rainfall.

With around 351 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kakamas. April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kakamas, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 37°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 8%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 26 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  
HumidityHumidity 33% *  
SunshineSunshine 351 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Upington, South Africa (70 KM, 43 Miles).

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 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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
10/10
Camping
10/10

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