Somerset West weather in January (Western Cape, South Africa)

Thinking of visiting Somerset West in January? Check the weather first! Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

The weather in Somerset West is usually perfect in January, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. January is typically considered a summer month. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 26°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 17°C.

Precipitation

Somerset West in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 26 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 5 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

With around 338 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a prime time to visit Somerset West. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Somerset West, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 16%  

Precipitation 26 mm  

Rainy days 5 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 338 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Cape Town, South Africa (26 KM, 16 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.

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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

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Somerset West.

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