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Thornybush Game Reserve weather in January (Limpopo, South Africa)

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

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Thornybush Game Reserve includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 31°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 21°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

Thornybush Game Reserve in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 110 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.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Thornybush Game Reserve. 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 Thornybush Game Reserve climate page with graphs.

 

Thornybush Game Reserve, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 110 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 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.

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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.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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