Average weather for Eswatini in January
It's warm in January in Eswatini with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 20°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Eswatini with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 18°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 30°C, with nights around 19°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Eswatini is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In January, there is an average of 136 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Eswatini in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
29°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
32°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
26°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
136 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
12 days | 12 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Eswatini?
Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in Eswatini. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 39°C in 2021, Eswatini reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -16°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Check out the climate of Eswatini for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Eswatini is based on weather data from Lobamba. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Eswatini to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in January in Eswatini
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Eswatini, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Eswatini
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Eswatini, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 12 days of precipitation in Eswatini.
Daily UV index in January in Eswatini
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Eswatini, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Eswatini over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Eswatini, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Eswatini over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Eswatini, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Eswatini
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Eswatini. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Eswatini by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Eswatini. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
