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Ladysmith weather in January (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)

Wondering what the weather is like in Ladysmith during January? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Ladysmith usually has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 30°C. At night, it falls to around 17°C. With its warm temperatures, this month stands out as the hottest. Be sure to pack appropriately and embrace the summer vibes.

Precipitation

Ladysmith in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 162 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 14 days with rain.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Ladysmith. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January and February tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ladysmith, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 162 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 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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