January weather forecast
Auckland, New Zealand

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The city of Auckland, New Zealand, viewed across the water early morning
The city of Auckland, New Zealand, viewed across the water early morning

Weather in January

Auckland, New Zealand, welcomes the new year with a characteristic maritime climate. The highest temperature in January reaches about 21.9°C (71.4°F), signifying the delightful warmth of the peak summer season. Humidity remains high, and the city experiences frequent summer rainfall, all trademarks of the subtropical nature of Auckland's climate. Contrastingly, the sea temperature hovers around a comfortable 20.3°C (68.5°F). The ample daylight availability of about 14.4 hours makes it a great time to bask under the sun.

Temperature

With January's advent, Auckland sees an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 21.9°C (71.4°F), subtly shifted from December's 20.3°C (68.5°F). Throughout the month of January, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 16.7°C (62.1°F).

Humidity

January through March and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months in Auckland.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Auckland. Rain falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 34mm (1.34") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Auckland, in January, the average water temperature is 20.3°C (68.5°F).
Note: For most individuals, swimming in 20.3°C (68.5°F) is not enjoyable. As the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing control becomes increasingly difficult.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Auckland is 14h and 22min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:33 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Auckland, New Zealand, are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During January, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Auckland in January?

In January, in Auckland, the average high-temperature is 21.9°C (71.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 16.7°C (62.1°F).

What are the least humid months in Auckland?

January through March and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months in Auckland.

What is the average humidity in January in Auckland?

In January, the average relative humidity in Auckland, New Zealand, is 77%.

What is the driest month in Auckland?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Auckland. Rain falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 34mm (1.34") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Auckland?

In Auckland, in January, during 11.1 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in January in Auckland?

In Auckland, in January, the average water temperature is 20.3°C (68.5°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Auckland have in January?

In Auckland, the average day length in January is 14h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Auckland?

On the first day of January in Auckland, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 8:33 pm NZDT.

How long on average sun shines in January in Auckland?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Auckland, New Zealand, is 7.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Auckland?

January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Auckland.

What is the UV index reading in January in Auckland?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Auckland, New Zealand, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Auckland, New Zealand

Average temperature in January - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in January: 21.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.4°C).

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Average pressure in January
Auckland, New Zealand

Average pressure in January - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in January: 1014.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and September (1014.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Auckland, New Zealand

Average wind speed in January - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in January: 15.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (19km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.9km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Auckland, New Zealand

Average humidity in January - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in January
Auckland, New Zealand

Average rainfall in January - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in January: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (34mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Auckland, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in January - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Auckland, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in January - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in January: 20.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (21.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (14.7°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Auckland, New Zealand

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in January: 14h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Auckland, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in January - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (7.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Auckland, New Zealand

Average UV index in January - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in January: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in January
Auckland, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in January - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in January: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in January
Auckland, New Zealand

Average visibility in January - Auckland, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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