Malelane weather in January (Mpumalanga, South Africa)
How does the weather in Malelane usually fare in January? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.
Temperatures
The typical weather for January in Malelane includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 31°C. At night, it falls 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
Malelane in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 127 mm for the month. Since this month has the highest rainfall, keep an umbrella with you to handle sudden showers. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 11 days days of rain.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Malelane. April, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Malelane climate page with graphs.
Malelane, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
21°C
Max Temperature
31°C
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
127 mm
Rainy days
11 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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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.
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