Normal weather for Port Douglas in January
It's hot in January in Port Douglas with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 24°C and 26°C.
In January, there is an average of 574 mm of precipitation, spread over 31 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The water temperature at Port Douglas is 31°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
After some sun? Then January isn’t the best time to be in Port Douglas. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Port Douglas in January |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
32°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
34°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
30°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
574 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
31 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 Port Douglas with hot temperatures, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights close to 26°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature drops to around 32°C, with nights close to 25°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Port Douglas will be around 32°C, with nights close to 25°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
Temperature records
With 36°C, Port Douglas hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2018. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2019. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 21°C to a high of 28°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Port Douglas
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Port Douglas, 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 Port Douglas
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Port Douglas, 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 31 days of rain in Port Douglas.
Daily UV Index in January in Port Douglas
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Port Douglas, 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 Port Douglas Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Port Douglas, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Port Douglas Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Port Douglas, 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 Port Douglas
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Average Weather in Port Douglas by Month
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