January weather forecast
Kaikoura, New Zealand

January

Weather in January

At the start of the year, Kaikoura's weather is characterized by a blend of moderate temperatures and rainfall. The coastal environment creates humidity levels that provide a mild and saturated atmosphere. Winds stir up the ocean, adding a brisk tone to the air. One outstanding condition in January is the high average temperature which peaks at 18.8°C (65.8°F). Despite occasional rain showers, the weather offers pleasant conditions for outdoor activities.

Temperature

The onset of January marks an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 18.8°C (65.8°F), hardly differing from December's 17.4°C (63.3°F). Kaikoura experiences an average nighttime temperature of 13.1°C (55.6°F) in the month of January.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 72%, January is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Kaikoura, during January, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 121.2 rainfall days, and 380mm (14.96") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Kaikoura, snow does not fall in January through May, August, October through December.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature is 15.9°C (60.6°F).
Note: In water of 15.9°C (60.6°F), the majority of people do not enjoy swimming. Breathing becomes increasingly hard to manage as the temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Kaikoura, the average length of the day in January is 14h and 52min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 9:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:50 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In Kaikoura, the average sunshine in January is 10.2h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 5, January is the month with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 5 in January translates into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in January?
In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 18.8°C (65.8°F) and 13.1°C (55.6°F) respectively.
What is the least humid month?
The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 72%.
What is the average humidity in January in Kaikoura?
In Kaikoura, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.
How much does it rain in January?
In Kaikoura, in January, during 11.7 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When it does not snow?
January through May, August, October through December are months without snowfall in Kaikoura.
What is the sea temperature in January?
In Kaikoura, in January, the average water temperature is 15.9°C (60.6°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15.9°C (60.6°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).
What is the average length of the day in January?
In January, the average day length is 14h and 52min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 9:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:50 pm NZDT.
How long on average sun shines in January?
The average sunshine duration in January is 10.2h.
When is the highest UV index?
January is the month with the highest UV index in Kaikoura, New Zealand, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
How high is the UV index in January?
In Kaikoura, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average snowfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in January - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average temperature in January
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in January: 18.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (13.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.2°C).

Average pressure in January - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average pressure in January
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.5mbar).

Average wind speed in January - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average wind speed in January
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in January: 14.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (15.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13.1km/h).

Average humidity in January - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average humidity in January
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (72%).

Average rainfall in January - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average rainfall in January
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in January: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).

Average rainfall days in January - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in January
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (7.3 days).

Average snowfall days in January - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in January
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0 days

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

Average sea temperature in January - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average sea temperature in January
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in January: 15.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (16.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (11.1°C).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in January: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (13.6 days).

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

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in January
Kaikoura, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in January: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Average visibility in January
Kaikoura, 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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