January weather forecast
Thursday Island, Australia

January, like December, is another hot summer month in Thursday Island, Australia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.8°C (87.4°F) and 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Temperature

Thursday Island, Australia, signifies an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F) in January, closely mirroring the 31.9°C (89.4°F) of December. Thursday Island experiences an average low-temperature of 25.1°C (77.2°F) in month of January.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Thursday Island is January, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 432mm (17.01") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

January and December, with an average sea temperature of 29.8°C (85.6°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Thursday Island.
Note: For activities in the water such as swimming or diving, temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are considered optimal for prolonged enjoyment without discomfort.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Thursday Island, Australia, is 12h and 40min.
On the first day of January in Thursday Island, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:01 pm AEST.

Sunshine

January through March, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Thursday Island are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 12 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Practice all-important precautions. Light skin people may get burned in less than 5 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Regardless of cloud cover, it's recommended to apply generously and reapply often a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30, especially after swimming or any outdoor activity. Take warning! Reflective sand and water surfaces intensify the Sun's UV rays.