Johannesburg · January
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 78°F, dipping to 58°F at night. Expect 20 rain days — plan around the radar. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
Avg high / low
78° / 58°F
Humidity
66%
Rain days
20/mo
Wind
11 mph
What January feels like in Johannesburg
Sunrise
05:30
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:03
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Johannesburg in January
The kit for January in Johannesburg: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
January vs the surrounding months
vs December
0° avg high
-1 rain days
Johannesburg in December →
January
78°F avg high
20 rain days
Best: morning
vs February
+1° avg high
+1 rain days
Johannesburg in February →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Johannesburg in January?+
Morning. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
What's the average temperature in Johannesburg in January?+
Average high 78°F, average low 58°F.
How does January compare to surrounding months in Johannesburg?+
Compared to December (avg high 78°F), January is warmer. Compared to February (avg high 77°F), January is warmer.
Does it rain often in Johannesburg in January?+
Expect about 20 measurable rain days in January, on average.