January is a hot and dry time for sunbathing in Cape Town. January is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Cape Town for any length of time. Consider visiting Cape Town in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.
The average maximum temperature in Cape Town in January is 27°. The average maximum temperature is 25° in the previous month and 27° in the next month.
The average temperature in Cape Town in January is 22°. The average temperature ranges is 21° in the previous month and 22° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Cape Town in January is 17°. The minimum temperature is 16° in the previous month and 17° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Cape Town in January are 14.2 and there are 10.3 hours of sunshine per day on average during January making it a very sunny and pleasant month with long bright days.
The ultraviolet index in Cape Town in January is typically 14 during January. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Cape Town in January is 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.
The average total rainfall in Cape Town in January is 1.6cm and on average there are 5.4 rainy days in January making it a dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Cape Town in January is 17° which is OK for most but slightly uncomfortable for some. The dew point is 16° in the previous month and 18° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Cape Town in January is typically 87.9%. The maximum relative humidity is 86.5% in the previous month and 89.8% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Cape Town in January is typically 68.5%. The average relative humidity is 66.7% in the previous month and 70.5% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Cape Town in January is typically 36kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 37kmh in the previous month and 35kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Cape Town in January is typically 21kmh. The average wind speed is 21kmh in the previous month and 20kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Cape Town in January is from the South-Southwest.
