Temperatures in January
It's warm in January in Australia with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 21°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Australia in January. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Australia with hot temperatures, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights close to 20°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature rises to around 29°C, with nights close to 21°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Australia will be around 29°C, with nights close to 21°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in January
In January, there is an average of 154 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
The average precipitation chance is 29% per day this month. Though it seems pretty low, the weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in January for Australia. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Australia in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
28°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
31°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
25°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
154 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
9 days | 9 days | |
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UV index
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.
Is January a good time to visit Australia?
After some sun? Then January isn’t the best time to be in Australia. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Australia in January
With 43°C, Australia hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2018. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2016. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 14°C to a high of 25°C.
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The climate of Australia is based on weather data from Sydney. Other spots, like Gold Coast, Melbourne or Cairns, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Australia for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in January in Australia
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Australia, 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.
Weather experiences in January in Australia
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Daily Precipitation in January in Australia
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Australia, 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 9 days of rain in Australia.
Daily UV Index in January in Australia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Australia, 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 Australia Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Australia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Australia Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Australia, 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 Australia
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Australia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in January in Australia
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Average Weather in Australia by Month
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