January weather forecast
Whitianga, New Zealand

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Weather in January

January is a pleasant summer month in Whitianga, New Zealand, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21°C (69.8°F) and 16.8°C (62.2°F).

Temperature

Whitianga registers an average high-temperature of a pleasant 21°C (69.8°F) at the commencement of January, closely related to the preceding month. The month of January is marked by an average minimum temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°F), slightly cooler than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Whitianga is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Whitianga, New Zealand, is January, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically collects 37mm (1.46") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In January, the average sea temperature in Whitianga 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

The average length of the day in January in Whitianga is 14h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:29 pm NZDT.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Whitianga is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Whitianga, 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 medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in January transforms into this advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Whitianga in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Whitianga, New Zealand, are 21°C (69.8°F) and 16.8°C (62.2°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Whitianga?

The average relative humidity in January in Whitianga, New Zealand, is 79%.

What is the driest month in Whitianga?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically collects 37mm (1.46") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Whitianga?

In Whitianga, New Zealand, in January, during 10.6 rainfall days, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in January in Whitianga?

In Whitianga, New Zealand, the average seawater temperature in January is 20.3°C (68.5°F). Swimming in 20.3°C (68.5°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Whitianga have in January?

The average day length in January in Whitianga, New Zealand, is 14h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Whitianga?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Whitianga, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:29 pm NZDT.

How long on average sun shines in January in Whitianga?

The average sunshine duration in January in Whitianga, New Zealand, is 8h.

When is the highest UV index in Whitianga?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Whitianga?

In Whitianga, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in January
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average temperature in January - Whitianga, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in January: 21°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (21.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 16.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.2°C).

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Average pressure in January
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average pressure in January - Whitianga, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in January: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and September (1014.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average wind speed in January - Whitianga, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in January: 17km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (21.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (15.5km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average humidity in January - Whitianga, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April, May and July (78%).

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Average rainfall in January
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average rainfall in January - Whitianga, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in January: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (84mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (37mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in January - Whitianga, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.6 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in January - Whitianga, 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 (15.3°C).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Whitianga, 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: 8h and 0min

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
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in January - Whitianga, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average UV index in January - Whitianga, 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 months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in January
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in January - Whitianga, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in January: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in January
Whitianga, New Zealand

Average visibility in January - Whitianga, 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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