AustraliaThe weather in January in Alice Springs
It's hot in January in Alice Springs with an average temperature of 36°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 33°C to a high of 38°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 25°C.
January isn’t a good month to be in Alice Springs. The average temperature of 36°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a comfortable stay.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Alice Springs, Australia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 45°C in 2019, Alice Springs reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 32°C.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 64 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in January for Alice Springs
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Alice Springs. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Alice Springs | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 36°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 38°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 20°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 64 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 9 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Alice Springs with hot temps, averaging around 36°C during the day and nights around 22°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 36°C, with nights around 24°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Alice Springs is around 37°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Alice Springs, Australia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Alice Springs
Temperature in January in Alice Springs over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Alice Springs, Australia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Alice Springs
Total precipitation in January in Alice Springs over the years
Daily UV index in January in Alice Springs
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Alice Springs, 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.
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Average weather in Alice Springs by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Alice Springs. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.