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Sunset Beach weather in January (South Africa)

What's the typical weather in Sunset Beach for January? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

You’ll find the weather in Sunset Beach during January to be perfect, with high temperatures and low rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 26°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 18°C.

Precipitation

Sunset Beach in January usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 15 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Rain is expected on roughly 4 days.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 338 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Sunset Beach.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Sunset Beach, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 18°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 14%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 15 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 338 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Cape Town, South Africa (15 KM, 9 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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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. With a water temperature of around 18°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

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

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