New ZealandThe weather in January in Kaikoura
It's pleasantly warm in January in Kaikoura with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 20°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 15°C.
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Kaikoura. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Kaikoura, New Zealand. 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 30°C in 2019, Kaikoura reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 13°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 4°C to a highest value of 20°C.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 45 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in January for Kaikoura
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kaikoura. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Kaikoura | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 21°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 23°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 12°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 45 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 8 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Kaikoura with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 14°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 21°C, with nights around 14°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Kaikoura is around 22°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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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 Kaikoura, New Zealand. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Kaikoura
Temperature in January in Kaikoura over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Kaikoura, New Zealand. 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 Kaikoura
Total precipitation in January in Kaikoura over the years
Daily UV index in January in Kaikoura
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Kaikoura, 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 Kaikoura by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kaikoura. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.