January weather forecastMalmsbury, Australia

January

Weather in January

January in Malmsbury, Australia, is a tropical summer month, with an average temperature ranging between min 15.7°C (60.3°F) and max 30.4°C (86.7°F).

Temperature

Malmsbury's warmest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 30.4°C (86.7°F) to a low of 15.7°C (60.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for January is appraised at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). If one continues to be active during enduring exposure, it could result in fatigue and heat cramps.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 48%, January is the least humid month in Malmsbury.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout January, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Malmsbury, Australia, there are 109.6 rainfall days, and 323mm (12.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Malmsbury, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 14h and 23min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:35 pm AEDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 9.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Malmsbury. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

Malmsbury's warmest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 30.4°C (86.7°F) to a low of 15.7°C (60.3°F).

During January, Malmsbury experiences an average high-temperature of 30.4°C (86.7°F) and a low-temperature of 15.7°C (60.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in January is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).

With an average relative humidity of 48%, January is the least humid month in Malmsbury, Australia.

The average relative humidity in January in Malmsbury is 48%.

In Malmsbury, Australia, in January, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 23mm (0.91") of accumulated precipitation.

January through July, September through December are months without snowfall in Malmsbury.

The average day length in January in Malmsbury is 14h and 23min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 8:35 pm AEDT.

In Malmsbury, the average sunshine duration in January is 9.4h.

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

In Malmsbury, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Malmsbury, Australia

  • Average high temperature in January: 30.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (30.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (12.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (15.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (4°C).

Average pressure in January
Malmsbury, Australia

  • Average pressure in January: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1021.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Malmsbury, Australia

  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (10.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (8.2km/h).

Average humidity in January
Malmsbury, Australia

  • Average humidity in January: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (48%).

Average rainfall in January
Malmsbury, Australia

  • Average rainfall in January: 23mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (35mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (22mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Malmsbury, Australia

  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Malmsbury, Australia

  • Average snowfall in January: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Malmsbury, Australia

  • Average snowfall days in January: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in January: 14h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Malmsbury, Australia

  • Average sunshine days in January: 23.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15 days).

Average UV index in January
Malmsbury, Australia

  • Average UV index in January: 6

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

Average cloud cover in January
Malmsbury, Australia

  • Average cloud cover in January: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in January
Malmsbury, Australia

  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July and August (7km).