Wild Coast Weather in January

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

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Port Saint Johnʼs Coffee Bay

Planning a trip to the Wild Coast, South Africa this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Wild Coast in January

The Wild Coast, South Africa is a region in South Africa. January in the Wild Coast generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) in Port Saint Johnʼs.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Coffee Bay with an average of 124 mm (4.9 in) to high rainfall in Port Saint Johnʼs with 131 mm (5.2 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Port Saint Johnʼs.

Explore the Wild Coast by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Wild Coast — and find the best time to visit. (based on Port Saint Johnʼs)

January27°C (81°F) February27°C (81°F) March27°C (81°F) April25°C (77°F) May24°C (75°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August23°C (73°F) September23°C (73°F) October23°C (73°F) November24°C (75°F) December25°C (77°F)
Best Time to Visit the Wild Coast →

Best Places to Visit in the Wild Coast in January

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

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 Wild Coast

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

Temperature range in the Wild Coast (January)

Precipitation variation in the Wild Coast (January)

Port Saint Johnʼs

In January Port Saint Johnʼs generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Port Saint Johnʼs →

Coffee Bay

In January Coffee Bay generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Coffee Bay →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Port Saint Johnʼs 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Coffee Bay 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)

The Wild Coast weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Wild Coast, South Africa in January?

the Wild Coast, South Africa typically experiences pleasant weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Port Saint Johnʼs average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 21°C (70°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Wild Coast, South Africa in January?

Port Saint Johnʼs averages a daytime maximum of 27°C (81°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 21°C (70°F).

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

the Wild Coast, South Africa sees substantial rainfall in January. Port Saint Johnʼs typically averages about 131 mm (5.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Port Saint Johnʼs, January may not be the ideal time to visit the Wild Coast, South Africa.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Port Saint Johnʼs.

Interested in more climate information?

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