January weather forecast
New Plymouth, New Zealand

January

Weather in January

January, the heart of summer in New Plymouth, ascends to a more tolerable warmth with an average high temperature of 21.7°C (71.1°F). A stark yet comforting transition from the previous month, the January sun offers a pleasing warmth, not found during any other period. The balmy temperatures are ideal for outdoor activities. Humidity remains relatively high, making the heat feel more intense. Despite being the warmest month, January has less rainfall compared to the other months.

Temperature

As January unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a pleasant 21.7°C (71.1°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. An average nighttime temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F) is recorded during January.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 80.9%.

Rainfall

In New Plymouth, in January, during 8.9 rainfall days, 115mm (4.53") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in New Plymouth, New Zealand, there are 134.8 rainfall days, and 1386mm (54.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In New Plymouth, in January, the average water temperature is 18°C (64.4°F).
Note: For most, swimming in 18°C (64.4°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In New Plymouth, the average length of the day in January is 14h and 33min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:41 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January and February, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 11. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During January, 11 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Put into effect every precaution of importance, unprotected skin and eyes may get burns swiftly. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in January?
The high-temperature during January is 21.7°C (71.1°F) and the low-temperature is 13.8°C (56.8°F).
What is the average humidity in January?
The average relative humidity in January is 80.9%.
How much does it rain in January?
In New Plymouth, in January, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 115mm (4.53") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the sea temperature in January?
In New Plymouth, in January, the average water temperature is 18°C (64.4°F). For most, swimming in 18°C (64.4°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
What is the average length of the day in January?
The average day length in January is 14h and 33min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in January?
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 8:41 pm NZDT.
What is the month with the most sunshine?
January and February, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does New Plymouth have in January?
In New Plymouth, New Zealand, the average sunshine duration in January is 8h.
When is the highest UV index in New Plymouth?
The months with the highest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 11.
How high is the UV index in January?
The average daily maximum UV index in January is 11. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index
Average temperature in January - New Plymouth, New Zealand
Average temperature in January
New Plymouth, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in January: 21.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 13.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (13.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.8°C).

Average humidity in January - New Plymouth, New Zealand
Average humidity in January
New Plymouth, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in January: 80.9%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (86.1%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (80.1%).

Average rainfall in January - New Plymouth, New Zealand
Average rainfall in January
New Plymouth, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in January: 114.5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (152.6mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (85.4mm).

Average rainfall days in January - New Plymouth, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in January
New Plymouth, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average sea temperature in January - New Plymouth, New Zealand
Average sea temperature in January
New Plymouth, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in January: 18°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are February and March (19°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August, September and October (14°C).

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - New Plymouth, New Zealand
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
New Plymouth, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in January: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 8h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average UV index in January - New Plymouth, New Zealand
Average UV index in January
New Plymouth, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in January: 11

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 11).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 2).

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