Phuthaditjhaba in January
6.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C. Very wet: about 19 rainy days.
23°CAvg high
12°CAvg low
19Rainy days (177 mm)
13:38 hDaylight
05:25Sunrise · 19:03 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C
- Very wet: about 19 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in January varies a lot between years (±3.7 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°C | 12°C | 177 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.1 |
| February | 23°C | 12°C | 135 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.8 |
| March | 22°C | 11°C | 99 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.2 |
| April | 20°C | 7°C | 53 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.7 |
| May | 18°C | 3°C | 24 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.0 |
| June | 15°C | 0°C | 13 mm | 2 | – | – | 7.6 |
| July | 15°C | 0°C | 11 mm | 2 | – | – | 7.6 |
| August | 18°C | 2°C | 29 mm | 4 | – | – | 7.8 |
| September | 21°C | 6°C | 32 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.3 |
| October | 22°C | 8°C | 106 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.3 |
| November | 22°C | 10°C | 135 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.9 |
| December | 23°C | 12°C | 168 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Phuthaditjhaba in January?
Daytime highs average 23°C and nights about 12°C.
When is the best time to visit Phuthaditjhaba?
The best months are September, May, August.