Ritchie weather in January (South Africa)

Can you expect sunny skies in Ritchie in January? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Ritchie includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. During January, you’ll experience the summer season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 34°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 20°C. Expect high temperatures this period, often making it the warmest month of the year. Light clothing and hydration will help you enjoy the sunny days.

Precipitation

Ritchie in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 78 mm for the month. With this being the rainiest month, having an umbrella is essential to avoid unexpected rain. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 8 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 309 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

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 and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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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.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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