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Tokai Weather in January

January in Tokai brings high temperatures, with highs of 22°C (72°F) and nights dropping to 18°C (64°F). With excellent weather conditions overall, it's a good time to visit.

Rainfall in Tokai in January

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 5 days of rain, with 17 mm (0.7 in) average for the month. Rain is scarce this month and when it does fall, it tends to be light. Unlikely to disrupt plans significantly.

Temperature in Tokai in January

January is a excellent month in Tokai, with 22°C (72°F) during the day and 18°C (64°F) at night. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. At 18°C (64°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Tokai in January

Enjoy a sunny month with about 338 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Tokai even more beautiful.

Wind Speed in Tokai in January

Wind speeds average 6 m/s (12 knots) during January. At this speed, expect strong winds that make large branches move and create some resistance when walking. Since this is an average, some days have fresh winds while others have strong breezes that can make umbrellas tricky to control.

Average water temperature in January

The water temperature is 18°C (64°F). It's not warm, but most people find it perfectly fine for a swim once they're in.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit.

Tokai Temperature in January

Min Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Max Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Water Temperature
18°C (64°F) *
Chance of Rain
17%
Precipitation
17 mm (0.7 in)
Rainy days
5 days
Humidity
71% *
Windspeed
6 m/s (12 knots) *
Sunshine
338 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Cape Town, South Africa (18 KM, 11 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Tokai in January

For Tokai in January, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. With water temperatures around 18°C (64°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Tokai in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    9/10
  • Camping
    10/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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