McGregor weather in January (Western Cape, South Africa)

Looking to travel to McGregor in January? This guide provides all the details you need.

In McGregor the weather in January is generally perfect, with very high temperatures and low rainfall. January is a summer month. Daytime temperatures hover around 30°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.

McGregor in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 29 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 4 days of rain are anticipated.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

McGregor, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 14%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 29 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
* Data from: Worcester, South Africa (48 KM, 30 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.

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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 McGregor 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.

Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
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 McGregor.

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.