ClimateForecastJanuaryFebruary >>

Matjiesrivier weather in January (Western Cape, South Africa)

Looking to travel to Matjiesrivier in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Matjiesrivier, January is characterized by very high temperatures and low rainfall. January is a summer month. Daytime temperatures hover around 31°C, while nights can cool down to about 16°C. Typically, it's the hottest month of the year. Make sure to come prepared with breezy outfits. Whether you're out exploring or just lounging, being prepared can make your experience in this warm month much more enjoyable.

Matjiesrivier in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 28 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 6 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 234 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a prime time to visit Matjiesrivier. January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While December tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Matjiesrivier, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 19%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 28 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 234 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: George, South Africa (73 KM, 45 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in January

Find out more about the weather in South Africa in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Map not visible? Whoops sorry! Please refresh the page.
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 Matjiesrivier in January?

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Matjiesrivier.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to South Africa? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in South Africa. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.