January weather forecastOrange, Australia

January

Weather in January

Commencing the year in Orange, Australia, January experiences the warmest temperatures and most daylight hours, making it ideal for outdoor activities. Visitors and locals alike can relish in the 14.1 hours of daylight, while temperatures fluctuating between 16.5°C (61.7°F) and 29.1°C (84.4°F) provide a warm welcoming atmosphere. Despite being one of the wetter months with an average rainfall of 54mm (2.13"), January offers moderate humidity and considerable sunshine. The UV index is at its highest throughout the year, necessitating extra precaution for sun protection. With a typical wind speed of 11.4km/h (7.1mph) to cool off the afternoons, January ends with a pleasant setting for outdoor enthusiasts.

Temperature

The average temperatures reach their apex in January, averaging 29.1°C (84.4°F) at the high end and 16.5°C (61.7°F) at the low end.

Heat index

January's average heat index is calculated to be a hot 31°C (87.8°F). If exposure and activity persist, fatigue could ensue, possibly leading to heat cramps.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

The least humid month in Orange is January, with an average relative humidity of 57%.

Rainfall

In Orange, in January, during 12.3 rainfall days, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Orange, Australia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.5 days and collects up to 524mm (20.63") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months without snowfall in Orange.

Daylight

In Orange, Australia, the average length of the day in January is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:09 pm AEDT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine 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 Orange. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.

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

The warmest period in Orange, Australia, is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 29.1°C (84.4°F) and a low of 16.5°C (61.7°F).

The average high-temperature, in January, in Orange, is 29.1°C (84.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 16.5°C (61.7°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).

The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 57%.

In Orange, the average relative humidity in January is 57%.

In Orange, in January, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 54mm (2.13") of accumulated precipitation.

January through April, November and December are months without snowfall in Orange, Australia.

The average day length in January in Orange is 14h and 4min.

On the first day of January in Orange, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 8:09 pm AEDT.

The average sunshine duration in January in Orange, Australia, is 9.4h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Orange, Australia, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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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

26.2°C

29.1°C

27.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.7km/h

12.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

11.6

12.3

Average snowfall

0mm

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

16.8

16.3

14.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Orange, Australia

Average high temperature in January: 29.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (29.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.8°C).

Average low temperature in January: 16.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (2.2°C).

Average pressure in January
Orange, Australia

Average pressure in January: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1022.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Orange, Australia

Average wind speed in January: 11.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are August and September (11.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (9.6km/h).

Average humidity in January
Orange, Australia

Average humidity in January: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (57%).

Average rainfall in January
Orange, Australia

Average rainfall in January: 54mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (62mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (26mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Orange, Australia

Average rainfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Orange, Australia

Average snowfall in January: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (32mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Orange, Australia

Average snowfall days in January: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January: 14h and 6min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

Average sunshine in January: 9h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).