January Rainfall and Precipitation in North West
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in North West, South Africa in January.
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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.
North West precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does North West, South Africa receive in January?
In January, Hartbeespoort typically experiences high rainfall, averaging about 103 mm (4.1 in). This translates to a mix of wet and dry days throughout the month.
How many days does it rain in North West, South Africa in January?
On average, Hartbeespoort has about 12 days days of rain in January.
Is January part of the rainy season in North West, South Africa?
Not really. January is outside the wettest stretch of the year in North West, South Africa.
What is the wettest city in January in North West, South Africa?
Looking at our data, Magaliesburg tops the wettest-cities list in North West, South Africa for January, with monthly rainfall averaging 128 mm (5 in).
What is the driest city in January in North West, South Africa?
In our records, Mahikeng stands out as the driest city in North West, South Africa for January, averaging just 90 mm (3.5 in).
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