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South Africa weather in January

Temperature, rain, what to pack, this month's events and prices

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Reviewed & updated by יהב עטיה · About the team

January in South Africa: an average of 22°, about 4 mm of rain for the month. Roughly 13h 26m of daylight, with light from about 05:24 to 18:50. January is comfortable for a trip to South Africa — good weather without the peak. A reasonable balance of price and experience.

The weather in detail

South Africa in January

Average temp22°
Rain this month4 mm
Daylight13.4 h
Sun05:24-18:50
Seasonshoulder/low season, better prices
What to do

January in South Africa, what works

Good weather for city walks, museums, markets and easy hikes. Bring a layer for the evening. Not really beach weather, but great for covering ground on foot.

What to pack: Layers: a shirt, a thin sweater and a light jacket for the evening. Comfortable closed shoes.

What's on in January

Holidays & events in South Africa

  • 1 JanuaryNew Year's Day

On public holidays banks and offices close, some sites change hours and transport shifts, but it's also the best way to see living tradition.

If it's not for you

Good alternatives in January

Questions & answers

January in South Africa, FAQ

Do I need a coat in South Africa in January?
Layers: a shirt, a thin sweater and a light jacket for the evening. Comfortable closed shoes.
Can you sit outside at cafés in South Africa in January?
Yes, on most days sitting outside is pleasant, especially during the day and early evening.
Does it snow in South Africa in January?
No. Temperatures are well above freezing.
How many hours of daylight in South Africa in January?
About 13h 26m of daylight. The sun rises around 05:24 and sets around 18:50. Plan sightseeing around the light.
Is January a good time to visit South Africa?
January is comfortable for a trip to South Africa — good weather without the peak. A reasonable balance of price and experience.
Plan the trip

South Africa — flights & hotels

Check prices for your dates. Booking early is well below the last-minute price.

Check flight prices to South Africa, every airline at once.

Rates in South Africa shift daily. See what your night costs now.

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Written and checked by the Around the World team. We compare prices across the major providers, cross-check official sources, and update when something changes. We have no stake in any one provider — links are affiliate links, and the price is the same for you.

Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991-2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation · Holidays: date-holidays dataset

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