Ritchie weather in January (South Africa)

What can you expect from the weather in Ritchie during January? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Ritchie generally has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. January falls within the summer season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 34°C, while night temperatures can drop to 20°C. On average, it is the warmest month of the year. So be prepared and pack summer clothes. Embrace the warmth, but always stay equipped with your summer essentials to make the most of this toasty month.

Ritchie in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 78 mm for the month. It is the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella might come in handy. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 8 days of the month will see rainfall.

With around 309 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

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

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

 

Ritchie, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 20°C  

Max Temperature 34°C  

Chance of Rain 26%  

Precipitation 78 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 44% *  

Sunshine 309 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Kimberley, South Africa (35 KM, 22 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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