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Parow Weather in January

January in Parow averages 26°C (79°F) during the day and 17°C (63°F) at night. The perfect conditions and low rainfall make it a solid month to visit.

Rainfall in Parow in January

Historically, January sees about 4 days of rain, with a monthly average of 18 mm (0.7 in). Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.

Temperature in Parow in January

January is one of the better months to visit Parow. Expect 26°C (79°F) during the day and 17°C (63°F) at night. Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. With overnight lows of 17°C (63°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Parow in January

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 338 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Parow.

Wind Speed in Parow in January

Average wind conditions reach 6 m/s (12 knots) in January. This creates notably windy weather that is clearly felt and can influence daily activities. Keep in mind this is an average. Some days are less intense, while others can be quite gusty.

Average water temperature in January

The water temperature is 18°C (64°F). It's not warm, but most people find it perfectly fine for a swim once they're in.

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

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Parow Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C (63°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C (79°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 18°C (64°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 15%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 18 mm (0.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 6 m/s (12 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 338 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Cape Town, South Africa (7 KM, 4 Miles).

Best Places in South Africa in January

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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 Parow in January

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. Expect water temperatures of around 18°C (64°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Parow in January

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

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

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