Weathermondo.com
New ZealandThe weather in January in Milford Sound
It's pleasantly warm in January in Milford Sound with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 19°C to a high of 24°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 7°C and 11°C.
Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in Milford Sound. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of 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 Milford Sound, 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 32°C in 2018, Milford Sound reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 17°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In January, there is an average of 190 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,1 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in January for Milford Sound
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Milford Sound. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Milford Sound | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 22°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 24°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 7°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 190 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 18 days | 12 days |
| Total snowfall | 0,1 cm | 16 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 8 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Milford Sound with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 9°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 21°C, with nights around 9°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Milford Sound is around 23°C, while nighttime temps are about 10°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
Find affordable trips to Milford Sound
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Check out the climate of Milford Sound for all months and discover the best travel time
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Milford Sound, 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 Milford Sound
Temperature in January in Milford Sound over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Milford Sound, 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 Milford Sound
Total precipitation in January in Milford Sound over the years
Daily Snowfall in January in Milford Sound
Snowfall in January in Milford Sound per year
Daily UV index in January in Milford Sound
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Milford Sound, 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.
Weather experiences in January in Milford Sound
Have you been to Milford Sound in January?
Share your weather experience in January in Milford Sound.
Average weather in Milford Sound by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Milford Sound. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.