Weather in January
Starting the year, the weather in Pietermaritzburg is outlined by humid conditions. The UV index is at a high value, highlighting a need for sun protection. The rainfall is substantial, with January experiencing a peak in rainfall days, 22 in total. The extended daylight hours can be utilized to explore outdoor activities. The average high temperature is 28°C (82.4°F) emphasizing the warm, summery feel of January.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 18:57 SAST.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 12 translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure every key safety measure. People with light skin might sustain burns in fewer than 5 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. To ensure you’re protected from sunburn, always use sunscreen with a minimum 30 SPF. This also fights the Sun’s radiation effects on the immune system.
Temperature
Pietermaritzburg witnesses its highest average temperatures during January through March and December, peaking at 28°C (82.4°F).Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 22 days and typically aggregates up to 155mm (6.1") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in January in Pietermaritzburg is 13h and 47min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 18:57 SAST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine in Pietermaritzburg are January through May, September through December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Pietermaritzburg. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 12 translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure every key safety measure. People with light skin might sustain burns in fewer than 5 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. To ensure you’re protected from sunburn, always use sunscreen with a minimum 30 SPF. This also fights the Sun’s radiation effects on the immune system.
Updated: Jan 25, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
What month is the hottest in Pietermaritzburg?
January through March and December in Pietermaritzburg are characterised by peak temperatures, with an average high of 28°C (82.4°F).
How hot does it get in Pietermaritzburg in January?
The average high-temperature, in January, in Pietermaritzburg, is 28°C (82.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 18°C (64.4°F).
What is the rainiest month in Pietermaritzburg?
The month with the most rainfall in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, is January, when the rain falls for 22 days and typically aggregates up to 155mm (6.1") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Pietermaritzburg in January?
In January, in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, the rain falls for 22 days. Throughout January, 155mm (6.1") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in January in Pietermaritzburg?
In Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, the average day length in January is 13h and 47min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Pietermaritzburg?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of the month, in Pietermaritzburg, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 18:57 SAST.
What are the months with the least sunshine in Pietermaritzburg?
January through May, September through December, with an average of 7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa.
How many hours of sunshine does Pietermaritzburg have in January?
In January, the average sunshine duration is 7h.
When is the highest UV index in Pietermaritzburg?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa.
How high is the UV index in January in Pietermaritzburg?
In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Pietermaritzburg is 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average temperature in January
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
- Average high temperature in January: 28°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January, February, March and December (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (22°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 18°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (18°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (3°C).
Average rainfall in January
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
- Average rainfall in January: 155mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (155mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in January: 22 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
- 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: 7h
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 7h).
Average UV index in January
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
- Average UV index in January: 12
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
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