AustraliaAverage weather for Mackay in January
It's hot in January in Mackay with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 25°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Mackay with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 25°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 32°C, with nights around 24°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Mackay is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In January, there is an average of 366 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Mackay in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
31°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
32°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
30°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
366 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
10 days | 12 days | |
December
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 Mackay?
Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in Mackay. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 37°C in 2022, Mackay reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 19°C to a highest value of 28°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Mackay
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Mackay, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Mackay
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Mackay, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed 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 it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in Mackay.
Daily UV index in January in Mackay
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Mackay, 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 Mackay over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Mackay, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Mackay over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Mackay, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Mackay
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Average weather in Mackay by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Mackay. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
