Magaliesburg weather in January (North West, South Africa)

What is the weather forecast for Magaliesburg in January? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

During January, Magaliesburg usually has high temperatures and high rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 27°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 17°C. As the warmest month of the year, it's important to pack plenty of light and breathable clothing. Stay cool and hydrated to fully enjoy the sunny days.

Precipitation

Magaliesburg in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 128 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 14 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

With approximately 250 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Magaliesburg. March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November generally stand out with 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 Magaliesburg climate page with graphs.

 

Magaliesburg, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 46%  

Precipitation 128 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Sunshine 250 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 62% *  

Data from: Johannesburg, South Africa (54 KM, 33 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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