January Rainfall and Precipitation in The Cape Winelands

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in the Cape Winelands, South Africa in January.

The Cape Winelands, South Africa, a region in South Africa, experiences precipitation in January ranging from low in Tulbagh (16 mm (0.6 in)) to low in Franschhoek (27 mm (1.1 in)). In January, it is summer.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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The Cape Winelands precipitation in January: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does the Cape Winelands, South Africa receive in January?

In January, Stellenbosch typically receives modest rainfall, around 25 mm (1 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in the Cape Winelands, South Africa in January?

Rainfall in Stellenbosch typically falls on roughly 5 days days in January.

Is January part of the rainy season in the Cape Winelands, South Africa?

Not really. January is outside the wettest stretch of the year in the Cape Winelands, South Africa.

What is the wettest city in January in the Cape Winelands, South Africa?

Based on our records, Franschhoek receives the most rainfall in the Cape Winelands, South Africa in January, averaging about 27 mm (1.1 in).

What is the driest city in January in the Cape Winelands, South Africa?

Tulbagh is the driest city we have data for in the Cape Winelands, South Africa in January, with monthly rainfall close to 16 mm (0.6 in).

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