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Leeuwfontein Weather in January

In Leeuwfontein, January brings high daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to 18°C (64°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Leeuwfontein in January

Historically, January sees about 13 days of rain, with a monthly average of 110 mm (4.3 in). When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Leeuwfontein in January

If you're visiting Leeuwfontein in January, expect highs of 29°C (84°F) and overnight lows around 18°C (64°F). This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. Nights cool down to 18°C (64°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Leeuwfontein in January

The month enjoys around 257 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Leeuwfontein. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Leeuwfontein Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C (64°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C (84°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 110 mm (4.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 61% *  
SunshineSunshine 257 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Pretoria, South Africa (17 KM, 10 Miles).

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 Leeuwfontein in January

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Leeuwfontein in January

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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