Australia Weather in January: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind
In January, Australia experiences warm and sunny weather, making it an ideal destination for summer vacations in the southern hemisphere. The average temperature in Australia during January is 19.5°C (67.1°F), with daily highs reaching 26.8°C (80.2°F) and overnight lows dropping to 13.2°C (55.8°F). The weather in Australia in January is characterized by low humidity, averaging around 69.1%, which provides a comfortable and dry atmosphere. There is a moderate breeze, with average wind speeds of 24.7 km/h (15.3 mph) and gusts up to 37.0 km/h (23.0 mph). January is part of the wet season in northern parts of Australia, including Queensland and the Northern Territory. These areas can experience heavy rainfall and occasional tropical storms. On average, Australia receives 2.54 mm (0.10 inches) of precipitation over 5.6 days in January, with a higher chance of rain at 67.7%. Overall, January offers excellent weather conditions to explore the diverse landscapes and outdoor activities that Australia has to offer, from the stunning beaches to the iconic Great Barrier Reef and the vast Outback.
What is the temperature in Australia in January?
In Australia in January the average air temperature is 19.5°C (67.1°F). The outside temperature in Australia feels like 19.4°C (66.9°F) on a typical January day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 26.8°C (80.2°F) and feels like 26.3°C (79.3°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is 13.2°C (55.8°F) which feels like 13.1°C (55.6°F).
How hot is Australia in January?
The hot temperature in January in Australia rises to 34.1°C (93.4°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 69.1% humidity. During hottest days of January it feels like 32 °C (89.6°F). The average maximum temp in Australia is 26.8°C (89.6°F) during day time in January.
How cold is Australia in January?
The coldest temp in Australia in January drops to 6.4°C (43.5°F) during the cold nights. With 24.7km/h (15.4mph) winds and 69.1% humidity it feels like 6.4°C (43.5°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is 13.2°C (55.8°F) during night time in January.
Does it rain in Australia in January?
Yes, it rains for 23 days in Australia in January averaging 2.54 mm of precipitation. There is a 67.7% chance for rain throughout the entire month of January in Australia.
How much does it rain in Australia throughout January?
The average precipitation level throughout January in Australia is 2.54 mm (0.1 inch) of rain per day. It rains for an average of 23 days out of the entire month.
Is Australia windy in January?
The average speed of wind in Australia during January is 24.7km/h (15.4mph) and average windgust is 37km/h (23mph). On some days in January wind can reach up to 39.6km/h (24.6mph).
What is the direction of the wind in Australia in January?
Most days of January the wind is blowing from Southeast direction in Australia.
What are the humidity levels in Australia in January?
The average humidity levels in Australia in January are 69.1%. Daily humidity levels in Australia range from 56.5% to 93.3% during January.
How many hours of daylight are there in Australia in January?
There are 14 hours 13 minutes of daylight on average in Australia in January. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in Australia in January is at 6:05:34 and the sunset is at 20:19:17.
What is the cloud coverage in Australia in January?
Clouds cover 68.3% of the sky on average throughout January in Australia. The cloud coverage ranges from 11.2% to 99.5% depending on the day of the month.
What is the UV level in January in Australia?
The average UV index in Australia is 8.7 in January. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 3 to 10.
What is the solar radiation in Australia in January?
The average solar radiation is 263.5 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in Australia during January. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 78.4 W/m2 to 373.8 W/m2.
What is the solar energy during January in Australia?
The average solar energy during January in Australia is 22.7 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 6.8 MJ/m2, to 32.2 MJ/m2 during January.
Are there severe weather risks in Australia in January?
Yes, there is a 10.6% risk for severe weather in Australia in January.
What is the air pressure in Australia in January?
On average the air pressure in Australia in January is 1013.1 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 1004.8 mb to 1021.1 mb.
What is the visibility in Australia in January?
The average daylight visibility in Australia in January is 9.9 km (6.2 miles). Depending on the precipitation the visibility ranges from 7.8 km (4.8 miles) to 10.6 km (6.6 miles) throughout January.
What is the dew point in Australia in January?
The average dew point in Australia during January is 12.7°C (54.8°F).
Where is the data for Australia climate in January coming from?
The climate data for Australia in January is collected from the following weather stations.
- TUGGERANONG ISABELLA PLAINS, AS
- CANBERRA, AS
- BRAIDWOOD RACECOURSE AWS, AS
- GOULBURN AIRPORT AWS, AS
- MOUNT GININI, AS
- FW0067 Duffy AU
- FW4257 Dalton AU
- YSCB