Monthly climate guide
East London weather in January
January in East London is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 25°C (76°F) and night-time lows near 21°C (70°F). The month usually brings about 118 mm of rain (wet) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- Only one month is warmer in East London than January.
- Rain is above East London's usual level, by about 46%.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 3°C).
- January brings mid-summer to East London — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Avg high
25°C
76°F
Avg low
21°C
70°F
Rainfall
118 mm
wet
Humidity
81%
relative
Sky
52%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
East London weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°C / 76°F | 21°C / 70°F | 118 mm | 81% | 52% |
| February | 25°C / 77°F | 22°C / 71°F | 118 mm | 82% | 52% |
| March | 25°C / 76°F | 21°C / 70°F | 106 mm | 81% | 49% |
| April | 23°C / 74°F | 19°C / 66°F | 109 mm | 77% | 48% |
| May | 22°C / 72°F | 18°C / 64°F | 41 mm | 74% | 45% |
| June | 21°C / 70°F | 15°C / 60°F | 28 mm | 68% | 34% |
| July | 20°C / 69°F | 15°C / 59°F | 52 mm | 69% | 36% |
| August | 20°C / 69°F | 15°C / 59°F | 36 mm | 72% | 41% |
| September | 21°C / 69°F | 16°C / 61°F | 52 mm | 75% | 44% |
| October | 21°C / 70°F | 17°C / 63°F | 93 mm | 78% | 52% |
| November | 22°C / 71°F | 18°C / 65°F | 111 mm | 78% | 54% |
| December | 23°C / 74°F | 20°C / 68°F | 105 mm | 81% | 54% |
What to pack for January
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is January a good time to visit East London?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit East London →Other South Africa cities in January
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East London in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit East London?
January is one of the wetter months in East London, with about 118 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is East London in January?
Average highs are about 25°C (76°F) and average lows about 21°C (70°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in East London in January?
East London typically gets around 118 mm of rain in January — wet. It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around East London (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.