January weather forecast
Lesotho

January, falling within Lesotho's summer season, is characterized by relatively warm temperatures and high rainfall. Across the country, temperatures range from an average low of 15°C (59°F) to a high of 30°C (86°F). However, the climate can vary quite significantly between regions due to the altitudinal differences. In the lowlands, such as Maseru, the capital city, the temperature can often reach the upper end of this range. On the other hand, the highlands and mountainous areas, like the town of Thaba-Tseka, experience cooler conditions with temperatures several degrees lower.

January is traditionally one of the rainiest months of the year in Lesotho, with average precipitation levels around 120mm (4.72"). Rain often falls as afternoon thunderstorms, making the mornings typically drier and more suitable for outdoor activities. This rainfall is significantly higher than in the preceding month of December and roughly comparable to the following month, February.

Despite the rainfall, January generally offers reasonable weather for sightseeing and outdoor pursuits. However, the high levels of precipitation make it vital for visitors to prepare for potentially wet conditions. Also, the high altitude of Lesotho can result in sun intensity that belies the cooler temperatures, so sun protection is a necessity even in the summer months. Lastly, given the country's mountainous terrain, the weather can change rapidly, and cooler, wet conditions can sometimes prevail, so it is always wise to pack for varying conditions.

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• Maseru - January »
  January is the month when Maseru sees the highest average temperatures, with a high of 26.1°C (79°F) and a low of 14.8°C (58.6°F). The months with the highest UV index in Maseru are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
• Teyateyaneng - January »
  January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Teyateyaneng, Lesotho. On the last day of January, in Teyateyaneng, Lesotho, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 19:06 SAST.
• Mafeteng - January »
  In Mafeteng, Lesotho, the month of January registers the highest temperatures, averaging 28°C (82.4°F) at the peak and 16.7°C (62.1°F) at the lowest. Mafeteng experiences its average highest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 28°C (82.4°F) and a minimum of 16.7°C (62.1°F).
• Hlotse - January »
  In Hlotse, the month of January registers the highest temperatures, averaging 25.9°C (78.6°F) at the peak and 13.5°C (56.3°F) at the lowest. The month with the most rainfall in Hlotse is January, when the rain falls for 19 days and typically aggregates up to 74mm (2.91") of precipitation.
• Maputsoe - January »
  January in Maputsoe is the month with the highest temperatures, typically peaking around 26.1°C (79°F). Maputsoe's warmest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 26.1°C (79°F) to a low of 14.8°C (58.6°F).
• Butha-Buthe - January »
  In Butha-Buthe, the month of January is known for its highest average temperatures, reaching a high of 25.9°C (78.6°F) and a low of 13.5°C (56.3°F). January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Butha-Buthe, Lesotho.
• Thaba-Tseka - January »
  The month with the most rainfall in Thaba-Tseka is January, when the rain falls for 24.3 days and typically aggregates up to 131mm (5.16") of precipitation. January through March, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Thaba-Tseka, Lesotho.
• Mokhotlong - January »
  January stands out as Mokhotlong's warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 19.7°C (67.5°F) and a low-temperature of 9.3°C (48.7°F). January, recognised by an average high temperature of 19.7°C (67.5°F) and a low of 9.3°C (48.7°F), is Mokhotlong's warmest month.
• Tsoelike - January »
  The months with the highest UV index in Tsoelike are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Tsoelike, Lesotho.
• Pitseng - January »
  On the first day of January in Pitseng sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 19:09. In Pitseng, Lesotho, in January, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 65mm (2.56") of accumulated precipitation.