January weather forecast
Otira, New Zealand

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another refreshing summer month in Otira, New Zealand, with an average temperature ranging between min 6.4°C (43.5°F) and max 15.2°C (59.4°F).

Temperature

The initiation of January records an average high-temperature of a still moderate 15.2°C (59.4°F), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. During the month of January, Otira's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 6.4°C (43.5°F).

Humidity

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Otira, during January, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 116mm (4.57") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.6 rainfall days, and 1501mm (59.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Otira, New Zealand, are January through December. January is the month with the least snowfall. Snow falls for 1.8 days and accumulates 9mm (0.35") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Otira is 14h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 9:15 pm. On the last day of January, in Otira, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 9:00 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In Otira, the average sunshine in January is 7.8h.

UV index

January is the month with the highest UV index in Otira, New Zealand, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 during January translates into the following guidance:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Otira in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Otira, records 15.2°C (59.4°F), while the low-temperature is 6.4°C (43.5°F).

What are the least humid months in Otira?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the least humid months in Otira, New Zealand.

What is the average humidity in January in Otira?

In January, the average relative humidity in Otira, New Zealand, is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January in Otira?

In January, in Otira, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout January, 116mm (4.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Otira?

The month with the least snowfall is January, when snow falls for 1.8 days and typically aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of snow.

How much does it snow in Otira in January?

In Otira, during January, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Otira?

In Otira, the average day length in January is 14h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Otira?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 9:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 9:00 pm NZDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Otira have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Otira, New Zealand, is 7.8h.

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

January is the month with the highest UV index in Otira, New Zealand, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index reading in January in Otira?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Otira, New Zealand

Average temperature in January - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in January: 15.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (15.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (3.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 6.4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (6.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-2.4°C).

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Average pressure in January
Otira, New Zealand

Average pressure in January - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in January: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1011.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Otira, New Zealand

Average wind speed in January - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Otira, New Zealand

Average humidity in January - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (83%).

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Average rainfall in January
Otira, New Zealand

Average rainfall in January - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in January: 116mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (176mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (87mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Otira, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in January - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in January: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Otira, New Zealand

Average snowfall in January - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in January: 9mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (734mm).
The month with the least snowfall is January (9mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Otira, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in January - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (20.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (0.8 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Otira, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in January - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (7.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Otira, New Zealand

Average UV index in January - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Otira, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in January - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).

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Average visibility in January
Otira, New Zealand

Average visibility in January - Otira, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in January: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, March and December (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (6km).

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