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Pennington weather in January (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)

Curious about the January weather in Pennington? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Pennington generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 27°C, while nights can cool down to about 22°C.

Pennington in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 110 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of rain are anticipated.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 183 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Pennington. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Pennington, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 110 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
SunshineSunshine 183 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Durban, South Africa (65 KM, 40 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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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 Pennington 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. 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 in January.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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