Cederberg region Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Cederberg region, South Africa in January.

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Clanwilliam Citrusdal

Planning a trip to the Cederberg region, South Africa this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Cederberg region in January

The Cederberg region, South Africa is a region in South Africa. January in the Cederberg region generally has very warm temperatures, with low precipitation. During January, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 32°C (90°F) and nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) in Clanwilliam. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For specific regional insights in the Cederberg region, South Africa, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

January is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 12 mm (0.5 in) in Clanwilliam.

Explore the Cederberg region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Cederberg region — and find the best time to visit. (based on Clanwilliam)

January32°C (90°F) February32°C (90°F) March30°C (86°F) April27°C (81°F) May23°C (73°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August19°C (66°F) September22°C (72°F) October26°C (79°F) November28°C (82°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Cederberg region in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Cederberg region.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in the Cederberg region

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in the Cederberg region, South Africa?

Temperature range in the Cederberg region (January)

Precipitation variation in the Cederberg region (January)

Clanwilliam

In January Clanwilliam generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
8.2 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Clanwilliam →

Citrusdal

In January Citrusdal generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Citrusdal →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Cederberg region, in South Africa.

In our records: South Africa January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in South Africa in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest January day in South Africa brought 323 mm (13 in) in Hoedspruit on January 18, 2012.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Cederberg region in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Clanwilliam 32°C (90°F) 17°C (63°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Citrusdal 31°C (88°F) 16°C (61°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)

The Cederberg region weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Cederberg region, South Africa in January?

Expect pleasant weather across the Cederberg region, South Africa in January. The popular destination of Clanwilliam averages 32°C (90°F) by day and 17°C (63°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in the Cederberg region, South Africa in January?

Daytime temperatures in Clanwilliam peak at roughly 32°C (90°F) in January, dropping to about 17°C (63°F) overnight.

Does the Cederberg region, South Africa get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in the Cederberg region, South Africa. Clanwilliam averages only about 12 mm (0.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Cederberg region, South Africa?

Given the typically perfect weather conditions in Clanwilliam, January may not be the ideal time to visit the Cederberg region, South Africa.

Generally speaking, April, May, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Clanwilliam.

Interested in more climate information?

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