Temperature in North West in January

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

North West, South Africa, a region in South Africa, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from 27°C (81°F) in Magaliesburg to 32°C (90°F) in Madikwe Game Reserve. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Madikwe Game Reserve and 17°C (63°F) in Magaliesburg.

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

Find the average daytime temperatures in January for the most popular destinations in North West on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Best Places to Visit in North West 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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North West temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in North West, South Africa in January?

Hartbeespoort averages a daytime high of 30°C (86°F) in January, which is high for North West, South Africa.

How cold does it get at night in North West, South Africa in January?

Hartbeespoort sees nighttime lows close to 19°C (66°F) in January.

What is the warmest city in January in North West, South Africa?

According to our recent database analysis, Madikwe Game Reserve is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 32°C (90°F) and rarely drops below 21°C (70°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in January in North West, South Africa?

According to our data, Magaliesburg holds the title for the coldest city in North West, South Africa in January. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 27°C (81°F) and drops to lows of about 17°C (63°F) during the night.

How much sun does North West, South Africa get in January?

Hartbeespoort enjoys approximately 257 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.

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