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AustraliaThe weather in January in Canberra
It's hot in January in Canberra with an average temperature of 38°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 35°C to a high of 39°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 27°C.
January isn’t a good month to be in Canberra. The average temperature of 38°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 Canberra, 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 46°C in 2014, Canberra reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 15°C to a highest value of 32°C.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 33 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in January for Canberra
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Canberra. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Canberra | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 38°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 39°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 22°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 33 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 7 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Canberra with hot temps, averaging around 37°C during the day and nights around 24°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 38°C, with nights around 25°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 Canberra is around 38°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°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 Canberra, Australia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Canberra
Temperature in January in Canberra over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Canberra, 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 Canberra
Total precipitation in January in Canberra over the years
Daily UV index in January in Canberra
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Canberra, 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 Canberra by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Canberra. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.