Limpopo Weather in January

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

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Hoedspruit Polokwane Mica Makalali Game Reserve

Considering a trip to Limpopo, South Africa this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Limpopo in January

Limpopo, South Africa is a region in South Africa. January in Limpopo generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Magoebaskloof at 27°C (81°F) to very warm in Musina at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Musina and 17°C (63°F) in Magoebaskloof. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Limpopo, South Africa, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Musina with an average of 81 mm (3.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Sibasa with 173 mm (6.8 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Hoedspruit receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

Explore Limpopo by month

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

January31°C (88°F) February32°C (90°F) March31°C (88°F) April29°C (84°F) May28°C (82°F) June26°C (79°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August27°C (81°F) September29°C (84°F) October30°C (86°F) November30°C (86°F) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Limpopo in January

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

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 Limpopo

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

Temperature range in Limpopo (January)

Precipitation variation in Limpopo (January)

Hoedspruit

In January Hoedspruit generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
101 mm (4 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Hoedspruit →

Polokwane

In January Polokwane generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
252 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Polokwane →

Mica

In January Mica generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Mica →

Makalali Game Reserve

In January Makalali Game Reserve generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
102 mm (4 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Makalali Game Reserve →

Letsitele

In January Letsitele generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Letsitele →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Limpopo, 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 Limpopo in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hoedspruit 31°C (88°F) 21°C (70°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Polokwane 29°C (84°F) 18°C (64°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Mica 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Makalali Game Reserve 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Letsitele 30°C (86°F) 20°C (68°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Alldays 33°C (91°F) 22°C (72°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)

Limpopo weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Limpopo, South Africa in January?

January in Limpopo, South Africa brings unpleasant weather. In Hoedspruit, daytime temperatures are typically around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime lows hover near 21°C (70°F).

What is the average temperature in Limpopo, South Africa in January?

Average temperatures in Limpopo, South Africa during January range from a nighttime low near 21°C (70°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Hoedspruit.

Does Limpopo, South Africa get a lot of rain in January?

Hoedspruit typically receives notable rainfall in January, about 101 mm (4 in) on average across Limpopo, South Africa.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Limpopo, South Africa?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Limpopo, South Africa with often tolerable weather in Hoedspruit.

On average, the best time to visit Limpopo, South Africa is in April, May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Hoedspruit. In contrast, January and December tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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