Average weather for Port Macquarie in January
It's warm in January in Port Macquarie with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 21°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Port Macquarie with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 20°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 30°C, with nights around 19°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Port Macquarie is around 30°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.
In January, there is an average of 221 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Port Macquarie in January |
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29°C | 5°C | |
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31°C | 11°C | |
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28°C | -5°C | |
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221 mm | 97 mm | |
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10 days | 12 days |
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 Port Macquarie?
Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in Port Macquarie. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 42°C in 2017, Port Macquarie reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 11°C to a highest value of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Port Macquarie
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Port Macquarie, 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 Port Macquarie
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Port Macquarie, 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 Port Macquarie.
Daily UV index in January in Port Macquarie
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Port Macquarie, 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 Port Macquarie over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Port Macquarie, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Port Macquarie over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Port Macquarie, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Port Macquarie
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Average weather in Port Macquarie by month
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