Hermanus

Overberg Weather in January

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

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Hermanus Gansbaai Swellendam Kleinmond

Considering a trip to the Overberg, 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 the Overberg in January

The Overberg, South Africa is a region in South Africa. January in the Overberg generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 24°C (75°F) in Kleinmond to 30°C (86°F) in Swellendam. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Swellendam and 18°C (64°F) in Kleinmond.

To explore the conditions in the Overberg, South Africa in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Struisbaai with an average of 23 mm (0.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Swellendam with 31 mm (1.2 in). Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Hermanus.

Explore the Overberg by month

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

January24°C (75°F) February25°C (77°F) March24°C (75°F) April22°C (72°F) May20°C (68°F) This monthJune18°C (64°F) July17°C (63°F) August17°C (63°F) September18°C (64°F) October20°C (68°F) November21°C (70°F) December23°C (73°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Overberg in January

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

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 Overberg

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

Temperature range in the Overberg (January)

Precipitation variation in the Overberg (January)

Hermanus

In January Hermanus generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Hermanus →

Gansbaai

In January Gansbaai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Gansbaai →

Swellendam

In January Swellendam generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Swellendam →

Kleinmond

In January Kleinmond generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
334 hours
338 hours
297 hours
Monthly rainfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kleinmond →

Bredasdorp

In January Bredasdorp generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bredasdorp →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hermanus 24°C (75°F) 18°C (64°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Gansbaai 24°C (75°F) 18°C (64°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Swellendam 30°C (86°F) 17°C (63°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Kleinmond 24°C (75°F) 18°C (64°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Bredasdorp 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Struisbaai 25°C (77°F) 19°C (66°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)

The Overberg weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

In January, the Overberg, South Africa generally has perfect weather conditions. Hermanus sees daytime temperatures near 24°C (75°F), with nights cooling to roughly 18°C (64°F).

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

Hermanus averages a daytime maximum of 24°C (75°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 18°C (64°F).

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

January is on the drier side in the Overberg, South Africa. Hermanus averages only about 28 mm (1.1 in), with most days staying dry.

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

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to the Overberg, South Africa. Typically, the climate in Hermanus is perfect.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Hermanus. The weather in July and August, on the other hand, tends to be tolerable.

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