Rietfontein weather in January (North West, South Africa)

What does the weather outlook for Rietfontein look like in January? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

During January, Rietfontein usually has high temperatures and high rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 29°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 19°C. Often, it stands out as the year's warmest month. With this in mind, cool breathable fabrics will make navigating the heat much more bearable. Always be ready to embrace the warmth while staying cool and protected.

Precipitation

Rietfontein in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 106 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 13 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 257 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Rietfontein. March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Rietfontein climate page with graphs.

 

Rietfontein, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 44%  

Precipitation 106 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 61% *  

Sunshine 257 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Pretoria, South Africa (73 KM, 45 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in January

Find out more about the weather in South Africa and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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