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Wilderness East Weather in January

January in Wilderness East averages 25°C (77°F) during the day and 17°C (63°F) at night. The perfect conditions and moderate rainfall make it a solid month to visit.

Rainfall in Wilderness East in January

Typically, about 10 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 54 mm (2.1 in) for the month. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in Wilderness East in January

The temperature in Wilderness East in January is perfect. Daytime highs reach 25°C (77°F), with nights dropping to 17°C (63°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. At 17°C (63°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 Wilderness East in January

Enjoy a sunny month with about 234 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Wilderness East even more beautiful.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a good time to visit Wilderness East.

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Wilderness East Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C (63°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C (77°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 32%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 54 mm (2.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 234 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: George, South Africa (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Best Places in South Africa in January

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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 Wilderness East in January

Pleasant temperatures in January mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Wilderness East in January

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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