The weather in January in Australia
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.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for 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 43°C in 2018, Australia reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 14°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 154 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in January for Australia
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Australia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Australia | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 28°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 18°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 154 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 17 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Australia with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 20°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 29°C, with nights around 21°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Australia is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny 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.
Check out the climate of Australia for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Australia is based on weather data from Sydney. Other places, like Gold Coast, Melbourne or Cairns, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Australia to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Australia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Australia
Temperature in January in Australia over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in 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 Australia
Total precipitation in January in Australia over the years
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.
Weather experiences in January in Australia
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Average weather in Australia by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Australia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.