January weather forecast
Whangarei, New Zealand

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Weather in January

January in Whangarei, New Zealand is characterized by stable weather conditions. Relative humidity is 78% with 28mm (1.1") of rainfall spread across 7.9 days. A noteworthy feature of January's weather is the higher sea temperature, standing at 20.3°C (68.5°F). This month follows the pattern of the Southern hemisphere summer with warm temperatures and sunlight abounding. Increased hours of daylight encourage outdoor activities and water sports.

Temperature

January's arrival in Whangarei registers an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 22.7°C (72.9°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. Throughout the month of January, the average temperature dips to a refreshing 15.8°C (60.4°F) at night.

Humidity

January and November, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Whangarei, in January, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 28mm (1.1") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Whangarei, New Zealand, there are 154 rainfall days, and 536mm (21.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Whangarei, in January, the average water temperature is 20.3°C (68.5°F).
Note: Swimming in water at 20.3°C (68.5°F) is not a pleasurable experience for most. The task of managing breathing becomes more challenging as the water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Whangarei is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of January in Whangarei, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:33 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.9h of sunshine, January has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Whangarei. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Whangarei in January?

The high-temperature in Whangarei during January is 22.7°C (72.9°F) and the low-temperature is 15.8°C (60.4°F).

What are the least humid months in Whangarei?

The months with the lowest humidity are January and November, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in January in Whangarei?

In Whangarei, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How many days does it rain in January in Whangarei?

In Whangarei, New Zealand, in January, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 28mm (1.1") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the sea temperature in January in Whangarei?

In Whangarei, the average seawater temperature in January is 20.3°C (68.5°F). For most, swimming in 20.3°C (68.5°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 in Whangarei?

In Whangarei, the average day length in January is 14h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Whangarei?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 8:33 pm NZDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Whangarei?

With an average of 7.9h of sunshine, January has the most sunshine of the year in Whangarei, New Zealand.

How many hours of sunshine does Whangarei have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Whangarei is 7.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Whangarei?

The months with the highest UV index in Whangarei are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in January in Whangarei?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Whangarei, New Zealand

Average temperature in January - Whangarei, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in January: 22.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (14.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 15.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.8°C).

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Average pressure in January
Whangarei, New Zealand

Average pressure in January - Whangarei, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in January: 1015mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and April (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1015mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Whangarei, New Zealand

Average wind speed in January - Whangarei, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in January: 13.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (13km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Whangarei, New Zealand

Average humidity in January - Whangarei, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (78%).

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Average rainfall in January
Whangarei, New Zealand

Average rainfall in January - Whangarei, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in January: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (69mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (26mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Whangarei, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in January - Whangarei, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Whangarei, New Zealand

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

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (21.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (15.3°C).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Whangarei, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in January - Whangarei, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Whangarei, New Zealand

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

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Whangarei, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in January - Whangarei, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in January: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in January
Whangarei, New Zealand

Average visibility in January - Whangarei, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May and June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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