Vanderbijlpark weather in January (Gauteng, South Africa)

Thinking of visiting Vanderbijlpark in January? Check the weather first! Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In January, Vanderbijlpark tends to experience high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 28°C. At night, they generally drop to 17°C. Expect high temperatures this period, often making it the warmest month of the year. Light clothing and hydration will help you enjoy the sunny days.

Precipitation

Vanderbijlpark in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 136 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 14 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 250 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Vanderbijlpark. 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 Vanderbijlpark climate page with graphs.

 

Vanderbijlpark, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 136 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Sunshine 250 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 62% *  

Data from: Johannesburg, South Africa (59 KM, 36 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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