Pietermaritzburg
January
Weather in Pietermaritzburg for January 2026
Your guide to Pietermaritzburg weather in January - trends and predictions
Until now, January 2026 in Pietermaritzburg has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 25.7 °C (showing only a slight deviation of 0.3 °C).
The forecast for the upcoming days in Pietermaritzburg predicts a temperature of 32 °C, which is slightly above the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Pietermaritzburg at the beginning of January is 25.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 30.1 °C by the end of January.
Pietermaritzburg experiences heavy rainfall in January, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 184.6 mm.
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5
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26
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0
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25°/15°
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14 km/h
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84 %
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Pietermaritzburg Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Pietermaritzburg
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January weather in Pietermaritzburg day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 Jan. |  Light rain shower | 23° /15° | 6.3 mm | 8 | |
| 2 Jan. | Light rain shower | 22° /15° | 2.3 mm | 7 | |
| 3 Jan. |  Patchy light rain with thunder | 27° /15° | 3.9 mm | 8 | |
| 4 Jan. | Light rain shower | 28° /15° | 3 mm | 8 | |
| 5 Jan. |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 24° /15° | 23 mm | 7 | |
| 6 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 27° /14° | 7.3 mm | 10 | |
| 7 Jan. | Light rain shower | 26° /16° | 4.4 mm | 8 | |
| 8 Jan. | Light rain shower | 23° /14° | 15.3 mm | 7 | |
| 9 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 25° /14° | 1.7 mm | 8 | |
| 10 Jan. | Light rain shower | 25° /16° | 5.8 mm | 7 | |
| 11 Jan. | Light rain shower | 26° /16° | 8.9 mm | 10 | |
| 12 Jan. |  Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 26° /15° | 8.4 mm | 10 | |
| 13 Jan. | Light rain shower | 24° /15° | 6.8 mm | 8 | |
| 14 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 30° /15° | 2 mm | 10 | |
| 15 Jan. | Light rain shower | 24° /15° | 4.5 mm | 8 | |
| 16 Jan. | Light rain shower | 22° /14° | 3.7 mm | 7 | |
| 17 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 23° /13° | 12.7 mm | 7 | |
| 18 Jan. | Light rain shower | 23° /12° | 2.3 mm | 8 | |
| 19 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 24° /13° | 0.8 mm | 7 | |
| 20 Jan. | Light rain shower | 23° /13° | 1.2 mm | 7 | |
| 21 Jan. |  Mist | 23° /12° | 1.5 mm | 6 | |
| 22 Jan. | Light rain shower | 28° /13° | 2.3 mm | 10 | |
| 23 Jan. | Light rain shower | 26° /14° | 2.1 mm | 10 | |
| 24 Jan. | Fog | 24° /14° | 0.7 mm | 7 | |
| 25 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /14° | 0.8 mm | 8 | |
| 26 Jan. |  Sunny | 32° /16° | 0.1 mm | 11 | |
| 27 Jan. | Light rain shower | 30° /16° | 1.7 mm | 11 | |
| 28 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 29° /15° | 9.4 mm | 10 | |
| 29 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 27° /15° | 3.8 mm | 1.9 | |
| 30 Jan. |  Heavy rain | 33° /15° | 20 mm | 3.1 | |
| 31 Jan. |  Moderate rain | 32° /14° | 8.4 mm | 3.1 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Pietermaritzburg in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Pietermaritzburg 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 Pietermaritzburg during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 184.6 mm is expected in Pietermaritzburg during January, occurring over more than 26 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Pietermaritzburg during January?
The average wind speed in Pietermaritzburg during January is 14 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
January rainfall patterns in Pietermaritzburg
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Typically, Pietermaritzburg has 26 rainy days in January with a total of 184.6 mm of rainfall.
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