Temperature in The Karoo in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in the Karoo, South Africa this January.

The Karoo, South Africa, a region in South Africa, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from 29°C (84°F) in Barrydale to 33°C (91°F) in Merweville. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Merweville and 16°C (61°F) in Barrydale. In January, it is summer.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the Karoo, South Africa in January?

Explore the map below to discover average January temperatures at the top destinations in the Karoo. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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See also: the Karoo weather by month.

Best Places to Visit in the Karoo in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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The Karoo temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in the Karoo, South Africa in January?

Expect daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F) in Oudtshoorn. That makes January a very high month for the Karoo, South Africa.

How cold does it get at night in the Karoo, South Africa in January?

Nighttime temperatures in Oudtshoorn typically drop to around 16°C (61°F) in January.

What is the warmest city in January in the Karoo, South Africa?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Merweville clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 33°C (91°F), and evenings that remain near 18°C (64°F).

What is the coldest city in January in the Karoo, South Africa?

According to our data, Barrydale holds the title for the coldest city in the Karoo, South Africa in January. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 29°C (84°F) and drops to lows of about 16°C (61°F) during the night.

How much sun does the Karoo, South Africa get in January?

Oudtshoorn enjoys approximately 234 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.

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