AustraliaThe weather in January in Port Hedland
It's hot in January in Port Hedland with an average temperature of 36°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 34°C to a high of 38°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 28°C.
January isn’t a good month to be in Port Hedland. 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 Port Hedland, 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 48°C in 2022, Port Hedland reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 21°C to a highest value of 31°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Port Hedland is 32°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 79 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in January for Port Hedland
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Port Hedland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Port Hedland | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 36°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 38°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 26°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 79 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 11 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Port Hedland with hot temps, averaging around 37°C during the day and nights around 28°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 37°C, with nights around 28°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 Port Hedland is around 36°C, while nighttime temps are about 27°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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Port Hedland, Australia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Port Hedland
Temperature in January in Port Hedland over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Port Hedland, 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 Port Hedland
Total precipitation in January in Port Hedland over the years
Daily UV index in January in Port Hedland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Port Hedland, 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 Port Hedland by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Port Hedland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.