South AfricaThe weather in January in Port Elizabeth
It's warm in January in Port Elizabeth with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 20°C.
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Port Elizabeth. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Port Elizabeth, South Africa. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2023, Port Elizabeth reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 23°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Port Elizabeth is 24°C this month. Comfortable for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 20 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in January for Port Elizabeth
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Port Elizabeth. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Port Elizabeth | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 26°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 28°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 17°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 20 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 5 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Port Elizabeth with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 19°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 27°C, with nights around 19°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 Port Elizabeth is around 27°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.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Port Elizabeth
Temperature in January in Port Elizabeth over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Port Elizabeth
Total precipitation in January in Port Elizabeth over the years
Daily UV index in January in Port Elizabeth
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Port Elizabeth, 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.
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Average weather in Port Elizabeth by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Port Elizabeth. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.