Plattekloof weather in January (Western Cape, South Africa)

How does the January weather in Plattekloof compare to other months? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

During January, Plattekloof is known for its perfect weather, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. January is part of the summer season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 26°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 17°C.

Precipitation

Plattekloof in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 18 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 4 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 338 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

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

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

 

Plattekloof, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Water Temperature 18°C *  

Chance of Rain 14%  

Precipitation 18 mm  

Rainy days 4 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Windspeed 22 km/h *  

Sunshine 338 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Cape Town, South Africa (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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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 this month?

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. With a water temperature of around 18°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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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