January weather forecastBowral, Australia

January

Weather in January

Temperatures in January sit at their peak in Bowral, making it the warmest month of the year. The town experiences most of its annual sunlight with 14.2 hours of daylight and 8 hours of sunshine. Furthermore, this period records an average of 15.6 days of rain with a total rainfall of 63mm (2.48"). Despite the warmth, with a relatively high average relative humidity of 73%, conditions can become sweaty and uncomfortable. Winds also are noticeable, with an average velocity of 7.6km/h (4.7mph).

Temperature

Bowral's temperatures tend to reach their peak averages in January, with a high of 27.8°C (82°F) and a low of 15.3°C (59.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during January is estimated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Long-standing exposure coupled with ongoing activity could result in exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Bowral, Australia, is 73%.

Rainfall

In Bowral, in January, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 63mm (2.48") of accumulated precipitation. In Bowral, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.6 days and collects up to 579mm (22.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 14h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of January, in Bowral, Australia, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:06 pm AEDT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Bowral. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

January is the month when Bowral, Australia, sees the average highest temperatures, with a high of 27.8°C (82°F) and a low of 15.3°C (59.5°F).

In January, in Bowral, the average high-temperature is 27.8°C (82°F), and the average low-temperature is 15.3°C (59.5°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 31°C (87.8°F).

The average relative humidity in January in Bowral, Australia, is 73%.

In Bowral, during January, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of precipitation.

The average day length in January in Bowral is 14h and 10min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 8:06 pm AEDT.

The average sunshine duration in January in Bowral, Australia, is 8h.

The months with the highest UV index in Bowral, Australia, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year January F M A M J J A S O N D

Dec

January

Feb

Average high temperature

25.8°C

27.8°C

25.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.9km/h

8.4km/h

8.1km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

12.5

11.8

10.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Bowral, Australia

Average high temperature in January: 27.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (27.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.1°C).

Average low temperature in January: 15.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (15.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (4.3°C).

Average pressure in January
Bowral, Australia

Average pressure in January: 1012.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1021.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.8mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Bowral, Australia

Average wind speed in January: 7.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (9.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February, March and April (7.3km/h).

Average humidity in January
Bowral, Australia

Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Bowral, Australia

Average rainfall in January: 63mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (92mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (26mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Bowral, Australia

Average rainfall days in January: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (7.7 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Bowral, Australia

Average daylight in January: 14h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

Average sunshine in January: 8h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Bowral, Australia

Average sunshine days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Bowral, Australia

Average UV index in January: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and September (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Bowral, Australia

Average cloud cover in January: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Bowral, Australia

Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, May, July, August, September, October and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April, June and November (7km).