Normal weather for Byron Bay in January
It's warm in January in Byron Bay with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 22°C.
In January, there is an average of 106 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
The water temperature at Byron Bay is 28°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
After some sun? Then January isn’t the best time to be in Byron Bay. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Byron Bay in January |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
29°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
30°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
28°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
106 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
13 days | 9 days | |
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Start of January
The month of January starts in Byron Bay with hot temperatures, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights close to 21°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 29°C, with nights close to 21°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Byron Bay will be around 30°C, with nights close to 22°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
Temperature records
With 34°C, Byron Bay hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2017. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2020. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 13°C to a high of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Byron Bay
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Byron Bay, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Byron Bay
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Byron Bay, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect around 13 days of rain in Byron Bay.
Daily UV Index in January in Byron Bay
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Byron Bay, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Byron Bay Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Byron Bay, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Byron Bay Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Byron Bay, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in January for Byron Bay
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Average Weather in Byron Bay by Month
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