January weather forecast
Australia

January, positioned right in the heart of Australia's summer, is marked by high temperatures across most regions of the country. This month often witnesses the peak of the heat, particularly in the western and central areas. In Oodnadatta, the temperature has been historically recorded to soar up to a staggering 50.6°C (123.1°F), making it an epitome of the extremity of January's heat. Comparatively, in the central zones of the country, daily high temperatures often range between 32.2°C (90°F) and 40.6°C (105.1°F).

In contrast, the southern mountains, despite being in the same season, offer a temperate respite. New South Wales, with its varied terrain, can have temperatures ranging up to 32.8°C (91°F) in its more arid zones during January. Notably, the Northern Territory, with its tropical wet season, experiences January as one of its warmest months. In several places, average high temperatures can register up to 36.1°C (97°F).

Queensland, especially its western portion, also feels the brunt of the summer heat during January. Yet, its southern mountains maintain milder temperatures. Central parts of Queensland remain hot and dry, receiving rainfall ranging from 762mm (30") to 1,16mm (0.63").

January is warmer compared to the upcoming February, although the difference is often subtle. While most regions anticipate a continuation of the summer heat, certain areas like the mountain regions in the south offer cooler alternatives, ensuring a diverse weather experience across the continent in January.

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• Sydney - January »
  However, Sydney's high temperature of 25.9°C (78.6°F) in January, balanced with a humidity level of 62%, does require residents and visitors alike to stay hydrated during their ventures. January, with an average high of 25.9°C (78.6°F) and a low of 18.7°C (65.7°F), signifies the warmest month of the year in Sydney.
• Melbourne - January »
  In Melbourne, January is the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 25.8°C (78.4°F) and a low of 14.4°C (57.9°F). On the first day of January in Melbourne sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:45 pm.
• Brisbane - January »
  The atmosphere of Brisbane in January experiences persistently warm climate, marked with moderate-to-high relative humidity. January, recognised by an average high temperature of 28.1°C (82.6°F) and a low of 22.1°C (71.8°F), is Brisbane's warmest month.
• Perth - January »
  The months with the most sunshine in Perth are January and December, with an average of 11.5h of sunshine. January in Perth, Australia brings in the New Year with a blend of warm temperatures and modest humidity.
• Adelaide - January »
  The warmest month in Adelaide, Australia, is January, with an average high-temperature of 26.3°C (79.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 17.8°C (64°F). January, having an average high-temperature of 26.3°C (79.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 17.8°C (64°F), is the warmest month in Adelaide.
• Canberra - January »
  Canberra's temperature records reveal January as the warmest month, marked by average highs of 28.2°C (82.8°F) and lows of 14°C (57.2°F). January is the least humid month in Canberra, with an average relative humidity of 63%.
• Gold Coast - January »
  January registers as the month with the average highest temperatures in Gold Coast reaching 26.4°C (79.5°F) at its peak and 23°C (73.4°F) at the lowest. In Gold Coast January is the month with the highest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 26.4°C (79.5°F) and a low of 23°C (73.4°F).
• Newcastle - January »
  January is the warmest month in Newcastle with the temperature often reaching an average high of 26.7°C (80.1°F) and an average low of 20.3°C (68.5°F). January in Newcastle, Australia experiences a warm climate with slightly higher temperature levels compared to the previous month.
• Hobart - January »
  The months with the least rainfall in Hobart are January and October Rain falls for 13.2 days and accumulates 23mm (0.91") of rain. The months with the least rainfall in Hobart are January and October Rain falls for 13.2 days and accumulates 23mm (0.91") of rain.
• Darwin - January »
  The month with the most rainfall in Darwin is January, when the rain falls for 28.3 days and typically aggregates up to 340mm (13.39") of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Darwin is January, when the rain falls for 28.3 days and typically aggregates up to 340mm (13.39") of precipitation.
• Cairns - January »
  The month with the most rainfall in Cairns is January, when the rain falls for 22.4 days and typically aggregates up to 162mm (6.38") of precipitation. The month with the warmest seawater in Cairns is January, with an average sea temperature of 29.5°C (85.1°F).
• Geelong - January »
  Weather in Geelong, Australia in January can be predictably warm, with a characteristic firm sunshine in most days of the month. In Geelong, Australia, in January, during 9.7 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated.