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Mossel Bay Weather in January

January is one of the excellent months to visit Mossel Bay, with daytime temperatures of 24°C (75°F) and lows of 19°C (66°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.

Rainfall in Mossel Bay in January

Historically, approximately 8 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 43 mm (1.7 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Mossel Bay in January

January is a excellent month in Mossel Bay, with 24°C (75°F) during the day and 19°C (66°F) at night. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. Nights cool down to 19°C (66°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Mossel Bay in January

The city usually sees around 234 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days , a great month for sightseeing.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

Mossel Bay Temperature in January

Min Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Max Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Chance of Rain
25%
Precipitation
43 mm (1.7 in)
Rainy days
8 days
Humidity
78% *
Sunshine
234 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: George, South Africa (36 KM, 22 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Mossel Bay in January

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in January. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Mossel Bay in January

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

  • Swimming
    10/10
  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    9/10
  • Camping
    10/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

Mossel Bay 3-Day Forecast

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