Wakkerstroom weather in January (Mpumalanga, South Africa)

What can you expect from the weather in Wakkerstroom during January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Wakkerstroom generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 25°C, while nights can cool down to about 15°C.

Wakkerstroom in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 164 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 14 days of the month will see rainfall.

With around 288 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures April, May, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While December tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Wakkerstroom, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 15°C  

Max Temperature 25°C  

Chance of Rain 45%  

Precipitation 164 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 62% *  

Sunshine 288 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 54% *  

* Data from: Newcastle, South Africa (45 KM, 28 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 Wakkerstroom 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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