Maseru weather in January (Lesotho)

Curious about the January weather in Maseru? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Maseru generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. January falls within the summer season. Daytime temperatures hover around 28°C, while nights can cool down to about 15°C. Often, it stands out as the year's warmest month. With this in mind, cool breathable fabrics will make navigating the heat much more bearable. Always be ready to embrace the warmth while staying cool and protected.

Maseru in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 147 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 13 days of rain.

With around 285 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Maseru. April, May, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, June, July, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Maseru climate page with graphs.

 

Maseru, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 15°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 42%  

Precipitation 147 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 37%  

Sunshine 285 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Lesotho in January

Find out more about the weather in Lesotho in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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