AustraliaAverage weather for Western Australia in January
It's hot in January in Western Australia with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 20°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Western Australia with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 18°C. No precipitation expected at the start of the month; it’ll be sunny.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 19°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
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 Western Australia is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In January, there is an average of 17 mm of precipitation, spread over 1 day. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Western Australia in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
32°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
34°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
30°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
17 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
1 day | 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 Western Australia?
January is an awesome month to be in Western Australia for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 44°C in 2014, Western Australia reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 28°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Western Australia
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Western Australia, 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 Western Australia
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Western Australia, 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 1 day of precipitation in Western Australia.
Daily UV index in January in Western Australia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Western 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.
Temperature in January in Western Australia over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Western Australia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Western Australia over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Western Australia, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Western Australia
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Western Australia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Western Australia by month
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