Tzaneen weather in January (Limpopo, South Africa)

Planning a trip to Tzaneen in January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In January, Tzaneen typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 28°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 19°C. On average, it is the warmest month of the year. So be prepared and pack summer clothes. Embrace the warmth, but always stay equipped with your summer essentials to make the most of this toasty month.

Tzaneen in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 160 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 10 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 252 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Tzaneen. March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Tzaneen, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 34%  

Precipitation 160 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Sunshine 252 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Polokwane, South Africa (71 KM, 44 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in January

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Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Tzaneen in January?

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 in January.

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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