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Lichtenburg weather in January (North West, South Africa)

What is the weather forecast for Lichtenburg in January? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In January, Lichtenburg tends to experience high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 29°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 18°C. Known for its high temperatures, this month is the warmest of the year. Dress accordingly to stay comfortable and make the most of the weather.

Precipitation

Lichtenburg in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 104 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 13 days of rain this month.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Lichtenburg. March, 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 Lichtenburg climate page with graphs.

 

Lichtenburg, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 104 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 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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