Contents
- Weather in January
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in January
- Average pressure in January
- Average wind speed in January
- Average humidity in January
- Average rainfall in January
- Average rainfall days in January
- Average daylight in January
- Average sunshine in January
- Average sunshine days in January
- Average UV index in January
- Average cloud cover in January
- Average visibility in January
January
Weather in January
Temperature
January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 29.2°C (84.6°F) and a low of 18.8°C (65.8°F), is the warmest month.Heat index
For most parts of January, the heat index is estimated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 71%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 15.9 days. Throughout January, 59mm (2.32") of precipitation is accumulated. In Parramatta, Australia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.1 days and collects up to 546mm (21.5") of precipitation.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 14h and 7min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:02 pm AEDT.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 8.2h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Average temperature in January
Parramatta, Australia
- Average high temperature in January: 29.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (29.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (16.8°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 18.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (18.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.1°C).
Average pressure in January
Parramatta, Australia
- Average pressure in January: 1012.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.9mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Parramatta, Australia
- Average wind speed in January: 10.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (10.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8.8km/h).
Average humidity in January
Parramatta, Australia
- Average humidity in January: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (65%).
Average rainfall in January
Parramatta, Australia
- Average rainfall in January: 59mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (87mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (27mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Parramatta, Australia
- Average rainfall days in January: 15.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.9 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Parramatta, Australia
- Average daylight in January: 14h and 1min
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 1min
The months with the most sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in January
Parramatta, Australia
- Average sunshine days in January: 11.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.4 days).
Average UV index in January
Parramatta, Australia
- Average UV index in January: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in January
Parramatta, Australia
- Average cloud cover in January: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in January
Parramatta, Australia
- Average visibility in January: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
