Mthatha
January
Weather in Mthatha for January 2026
Your guide to Mthatha weather in January - trends and predictions
So far, January 2026 in Mthatha is slightly warmer than the historical average by 1.4 °C.
The forecast for the next days in Mthatha predicts temperatures to be around 28 °C, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Mthatha at the beginning of January is 25.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 29.9 °C by the end of January.
Mthatha experiences heavy rainfall in January, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 153.6 mm.
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6
Dry days
25
Rainy days
0
Snow days
25°/15°
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15 km/h
Avg max wind
82 %
Avg humidity
Mthatha Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Mthatha
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January weather in Mthatha day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 Jan. |  Light rain shower | 23° /14° | 3.8 mm | 8 | |
| 2 Jan. | Light rain shower | 24° /14° | 1.6 mm | 9 | |
| 3 Jan. |  Patchy light rain with thunder | 28° /14° | 6.1 mm | 9 | |
| 4 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /14° | 16.6 mm | 9 | |
| 5 Jan. | Patchy light rain with thunder | 25° /13° | 6 mm | 8 | |
| 6 Jan. |  Cloudy | 28° /14° | 1.2 mm | 10 | |
| 7 Jan. | Light rain shower | 25° /14° | 3.6 mm | 10 | |
| 8 Jan. | Light rain shower | 21° /14° | 3.4 mm | 8 | |
| 9 Jan. | Light rain shower | 27° /13° | 1.1 mm | 11 | |
| 10 Jan. | Light rain shower | 21° /15° | 14.5 mm | 6 | |
| 11 Jan. | Light rain shower | 28° /14° | 4.6 mm | 10 | |
| 12 Jan. | Patchy light rain with thunder | 28° /15° | 4.4 mm | 10 | |
| 13 Jan. | Light rain shower | 24° /14° | 3 mm | 9 | |
| 14 Jan. |  Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 31° /15° | 2.6 mm | 11 | |
| 15 Jan. | Light rain shower | 19° /14° | 6.9 mm | 6 | |
| 16 Jan. |  Light rain | 20° /13° | 4.6 mm | 6 | |
| 17 Jan. | Light rain shower | 22° /12° | 5.3 mm | 6 | |
| 18 Jan. | Light rain shower | 25° /12° | 0.5 mm | 9 | |
| 19 Jan. |  Partly cloudy | 26° /12° | 0.2 mm | 9 | |
| 20 Jan. | Light rain shower | 24° /13° | 1.6 mm | 6 | |
| 21 Jan. |  Sunny | 24° /12° | 2.5 mm | 9 | |
| 22 Jan. | Light rain shower | 30° /14° | 1 mm | 10 | |
| 23 Jan. | Light rain shower | 26° /13° | 4.8 mm | 10 | |
| 24 Jan. | Cloudy | 26° /12° | 0.3 mm | 10 | |
| 25 Jan. |  Mist | 30° /13° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 26 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 35° /17° | 0 mm | 11 | |
| 27 Jan. |  Moderate rain | 33° /16° | 13.4 mm | 2.8 | |
| 28 Jan. | Moderate rain | 29° /17° | 15.3 mm | 2.8 | |
| 29 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 22° /16° | 1.8 mm | 1.8 | |
| 30 Jan. | Moderate rain | 31° /16° | 11.1 mm | 4.6 | |
| 31 Jan. | Moderate rain | 29° /15° | 8.5 mm | 8 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Mthatha in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Mthatha forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Mthatha in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Mthatha during January?
During January, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 25° and lows near 15°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Mthatha during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 153.6 mm is expected in Mthatha during January, occurring over more than 25 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Mthatha during January?
The average wind speed in Mthatha during January is 15 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
January rainfall patterns in Mthatha
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Typically, Mthatha has 25 rainy days in January with a total of 153.6 mm of rainfall.
UV exposure in Mthatha during January
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