Weather in January
One of the warmest months in Mossel Bay, South Africa, January sees the start of the new year with temperatures remaining steady between 23°C (73.4°F) during daytime and a not so chilly 19°C (66.2°F) at night. Averaging at 14.1 hours, daylight persists the longest, allowing for more time to explore the city's beautiful coastline. The sea is also at its warmest, inviting to all water enthusiasts. Rainfall does occur, however, but it balances the heat with an average of 30mm (1.18") distributed over the month. The weather, overall, is splendid; perfect for anyone seeking a warm start to the year.
Note: The majority find it unenjoyable to swim in 20.7°C (69.3°F). Breathing becomes tougher as the water temperature descends under 21°C (69.8°F).
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 19:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 19:38 SAST.
Temperature
Mossel Bay sees the highest average temperatures during the months of January and February, peaking at 23°C (73.4°F).Rainfall
January and December are months with the least rain when 30mm (1.18") of rain is typically aggregated.Sea temperature
January is the month with the warmest seawater in Mossel Bay, with an average sea temperature of 20.7°C (69.3°F).Note: The majority find it unenjoyable to swim in 20.7°C (69.3°F). Breathing becomes tougher as the water temperature descends under 21°C (69.8°F).
Daylight
In Mossel Bay, the average length of the day in January is 14h and 8min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 19:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 19:38 SAST.
Updated: Jan 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
What month is the hottest in Mossel Bay?
In Mossel Bay, South Africa, the warmest months are January and February, registering an average high-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F).
What is the usual temperature for Mossel Bay in January?
The high-temperature in Mossel Bay during January is 23°C (73.4°F) and the low-temperature is 19°C (66.2°F).
What is the driest month in Mossel Bay?
The months with the least rainfall in Mossel Bay, South Africa, are January and December with 30mm (1.18") of accumulated rain.
How much does it rain in Mossel Bay in January?
In Mossel Bay, in January, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What month is the sea warmest in Mossel Bay?
January is the month with the warmest seawater in Mossel Bay, South Africa, with an average sea temperature of 20.7°C (69.3°F).
What is the sea temperature in January in Mossel Bay?
In Mossel Bay, in January, the average water temperature is 20.7°C (69.3°F). For most, swimming in 20.7°C (69.3°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
What is the average length of the day in January in Mossel Bay?
The average day length in January in Mossel Bay, South Africa, is 14h and 8min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Mossel Bay?
On the first day of January in Mossel Bay, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 19:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 19:38 SAST.
Average temperature in January
Mossel Bay, South Africa
- Average high temperature in January: 23°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (23°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are August and September (17°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 19°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (12°C).
Average rainfall in January
Mossel Bay, South Africa
- Average rainfall in January: 30mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and September (41mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (30mm).
Average sea temperature in January
Mossel Bay, South Africa
- Average sea temperature in January: 20.7°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (20.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (16°C).
Average daylight in January
Mossel Bay, South Africa
- Average daylight in January: 14h and 1min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
Mossel Bay, South Africa
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