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Madikwe Game Reserve weather in January (North West, South Africa)

Curious about the January weather in Madikwe Game Reserve? This guide provides all the details you need.

Temperatures

In January, Madikwe Game Reserve generally has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 32°C. But by evening, they drop to around 21°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Madikwe Game Reserve in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 97 mm for the month. It is the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella might come in handy. Rain is expected on roughly 11 days.

Average sunshine

With around 288 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 Madikwe Game Reserve. April, May, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Madikwe Game Reserve, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 97 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
SunshineSunshine 288 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Gaborone, Botswana (40 KM, 25 Miles).

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.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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