Skukuza weather in January (Mpumalanga, South Africa)
What kind of weather does January bring to Skukuza? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.
Temperatures
The typical weather for January in Skukuza includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 32°C, cooling down at night to around 22°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.
Precipitation
Skukuza in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 107 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 9 days of rain this month.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Skukuza. May, June, July, August and September 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 Skukuza climate page with graphs.
Skukuza, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
22°C
Max Temperature
32°C
Chance of Rain
31%
Precipitation
107 mm
Rainy days
9 days
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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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.
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