January weather forecast
Makhaleng, Lesotho

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Weather in January

January begins a new year in Makhaleng, Lesotho, presenting relatively warm conditions when compared to coming colder months. Despite being in the heart of summer, this month offers a gentle introduction to the weather expected throughout the year. Areas are refreshed by rainfall noted at 65mm (2.56"). As the mercury rises to create a pleasant warmth, locals and tourists alike can enjoy outdoor activities. Despite an increase in rain, the month enjoys a substantial amount of sunshine, characterizing January as both watery and warm.

Temperature

January, with its average high-temperature of 26.1°C (79°F) and an average low-temperature of 14.8°C (58.6°F), holds the record as the warmest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Makhaleng is 54%.

Rainfall

In Makhaleng, in January, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 65mm (2.56") of accumulated precipitation. In Makhaleng, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.2 days and collects up to 387mm (15.24") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Makhaleng, snow does not fall in January through May, September through December.

Daylight

In Makhaleng, the average length of the day in January is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 19:11. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 19:06 SAST.

Sunshine

In Makhaleng, Lesotho, the average sunshine in January is 11.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in Makhaleng?

Makhaleng's warmest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 26.1°C (79°F) to a low of 14.8°C (58.6°F).

What are the temperatures in Makhaleng in January?

Makhaleng in January has an average high-temperature of 26.1°C (79°F) and an average low-temperature of 14.8°C (58.6°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Makhaleng?

In January, the average relative humidity in Makhaleng is 54%.

How many days does it rain in January in Makhaleng?

In Makhaleng, Lesotho, during January, the rain falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 65mm (2.56") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Makhaleng?

January through May, September through December are months without snowfall in Makhaleng, Lesotho.

How many hours of daylight does Makhaleng have in January?

In Makhaleng, the average day length in January is 13h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Makhaleng?

On the first day of January in Makhaleng, Lesotho, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 19:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 19:06 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Makhaleng?

The average sunshine duration in January in Makhaleng, Lesotho, is 11.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Makhaleng?

The months with the highest UV index in Makhaleng, Lesotho, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in January in Makhaleng?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Makhaleng, Lesotho, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Makhaleng, Lesotho

Average temperature in January - Makhaleng, Lesotho
  • Average high temperature in January: 26.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (26.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (13.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 14.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (2.1°C).

Average pressure in January
Makhaleng, Lesotho

Average pressure in January - Makhaleng, Lesotho
  • Average pressure in January: 1013.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1013.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Makhaleng, Lesotho

Average wind speed in January - Makhaleng, Lesotho
  • Average wind speed in January: 9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Makhaleng, Lesotho

Average humidity in January - Makhaleng, Lesotho
  • Average humidity in January: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).

Average rainfall in January
Makhaleng, Lesotho

Average rainfall in January - Makhaleng, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall in January: 65mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (71mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (7mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Makhaleng, Lesotho

Average rainfall days in January - Makhaleng, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall days in January: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Makhaleng, Lesotho

Average snowfall in January - Makhaleng, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall in January: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Makhaleng, Lesotho

Average snowfall days in January - Makhaleng, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Makhaleng, Lesotho

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Makhaleng, Lesotho
  • Average daylight in January: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Makhaleng, Lesotho

Average sunshine days in January - Makhaleng, Lesotho
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11 days).

Average UV index in January
Makhaleng, Lesotho

Average UV index in January - Makhaleng, Lesotho
  • Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Makhaleng, Lesotho

Average cloud cover in January - Makhaleng, Lesotho
  • Average cloud cover in January: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 20).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in January
Makhaleng, Lesotho

Average visibility in January - Makhaleng, Lesotho
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

Makhaleng, Lesotho

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