Sheffield Beach weather in January (South Africa)

How does the January weather in Sheffield Beach compare to other months? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

In January, Sheffield Beach tends to experience high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 28°C. But by evening, they drop to around 22°C.

Precipitation

Sheffield Beach in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 111 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 14 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 183 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Sheffield Beach. April, May, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Sheffield Beach, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 45%  

Precipitation 111 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 183 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Durban, South Africa (47 KM, 29 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

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Sheffield Beach.

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