Average weather for Bloemfontein in January
It's hot in January in Bloemfontein with an average temperature of 34°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 21°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Bloemfontein with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 19°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 34°C, with nights around 20°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Bloemfontein is around 34°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In January, there is an average of 46 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
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34°C | 5°C | |
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35°C | 11°C | |
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32°C | -5°C | |
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46 mm | 97 mm | |
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7 days | 12 days |
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 Bloemfontein?
January is a good month to be in Bloemfontein for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 41°C in 2016, Bloemfontein reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 9°C to a highest value of 28°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Bloemfontein
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Bloemfontein, 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 Bloemfontein
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Bloemfontein, 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 7 days of precipitation in Bloemfontein.
Daily UV index in January in Bloemfontein
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Bloemfontein, 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 Bloemfontein over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Bloemfontein, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Bloemfontein over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Bloemfontein, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Bloemfontein
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Average weather in Bloemfontein by month
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