Best Beaches in Australia in January

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These are the best beaches in Australia in January, based on average sunshine, sea temperature, rainfall and temperature. Though many factors can come into play when choosing your beach destination, the beach weather will often be a deciding factor. Here we list the top beaches based on the average weather conditions and sea temperature.

Best Beach Destinations in Australia in January

  • 28°C (83°F) Air
    25°C (76°F) Sea
    11.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    2.2 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 28°C (83°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 79% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.1hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 1.2cm (0.5inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 2.2 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

    It is a great time for sunbathing in Booti Booti National Park. Sea temperatures are a warm 25°C (76°F). January is a good month for swimming in Booti Booti National Park with comfortable temperatures for most people.

  • 33°C (91°F) Air
    19°C (67°F) Sea
    10.6 Hrs of Sun / Day
    6.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 33°C (91°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.6hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 0.8cm (0.3inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a great time for sunbathing in Shark Bay. Sea temperatures are a cool 19°C (67°F). January is a slightly chilly month for swimming in Shark Bay.

  • 32°C (90°F) Air
    22°C (71°F) Sea
    9.7 Hrs of Sun / Day
    4.4 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 32°C (90°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 69% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.7hrs making the days long and bright. January has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 4.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Rottnest Island. Sea temperatures are a warm 22°C (71°F). January is a good month for swimming in Rottnest Island with comfortable temperatures for most people.

  • 28°C (82°F) Air
    19°C (67°F) Sea
    10.6 Hrs of Sun / Day
    0.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 28°C (82°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 75% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.6hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

    It is a great time for sunbathing in Lucky Bay. Sea temperatures are a cool 19°C (67°F). January is a slightly chilly month for swimming in Lucky Bay.

  • 28°C (82°F) Air
    19°C (67°F) Sea
    10.6 Hrs of Sun / Day
    0.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 28°C (82°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 75% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.6hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

    It is a great time for sunbathing in Twilight Beach. Sea temperatures are a cool 19°C (67°F). January is a slightly chilly month for swimming in Twilight Beach.

  • 29°C (85°F) Air
    21°C (69°F) Sea
    11.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    3.5 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 29°C (85°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.1hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 1.6cm (0.6inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 3.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

    It is a great time for sunbathing in Cape Leeuwin. Sea temperatures are a moderate 21°C (69°F). January is a pleasant month for swimming in Cape Leeuwin though some people may prefer warmer water.

  • 28°C (82°F) Air
    19°C (65°F) Sea
    10.6 Hrs of Sun / Day
    0.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 28°C (82°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 75% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.6hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 0cm (0inches) making it extremely dry with only very rare light showers. There are just 0 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

    It is a great time for sunbathing in Salmon Beach. Sea temperatures are a chilly 19°C (65°F). January is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Salmon Beach for prolonged periods of time.

  • 26°C (78°F) Air
    23°C (74°F) Sea
    11.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 26°C (78°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.0hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a great time for sunbathing in Tamarama Beach. Sea temperatures are a warm 23°C (74°F). January is a good month for swimming in Tamarama Beach with comfortable temperatures for most people.

  • 28°C (82°F) Air
    22°C (72°F) Sea
    10.7 Hrs of Sun / Day
    6.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 28°C (82°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 75% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.7hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 3.2cm (1.3inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a great time for sunbathing in Hyams Beach. Sea temperatures are a warm 22°C (72°F). January is a good month for swimming in Hyams Beach with comfortable temperatures for most people.

  • 28°C (82°F) Air
    22°C (72°F) Sea
    10.7 Hrs of Sun / Day
    6.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 28°C (82°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 75% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.7hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 3.2cm (1.3inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a great time for sunbathing in Lake Conjola. Sea temperatures are a warm 22°C (72°F). January is a good month for swimming in Lake Conjola with comfortable temperatures for most people.

  • 28°C (82°F) Air
    23°C (73°F) Sea
    10.5 Hrs of Sun / Day
    6.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 28°C (82°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 74% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.5hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 3.2cm (1.3inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a great time for sunbathing in Warilla Beach. Sea temperatures are a warm 23°C (73°F). January is a good month for swimming in Warilla Beach with comfortable temperatures for most people.

  • 28°C (82°F) Air
    22°C (71°F) Sea
    10.7 Hrs of Sun / Day
    6.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 28°C (82°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 75% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.7hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 3.2cm (1.3inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 6 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a great time for sunbathing in Kioloa Beach. Sea temperatures are a warm 22°C (71°F). January is a good month for swimming in Kioloa Beach with comfortable temperatures for most people.

  • 32°C (90°F) Air
    19°C (66°F) Sea
    9.2 Hrs of Sun / Day
    4.4 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 32°C (90°F) which is very hot and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 66% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.2hrs making the days long and bright. January has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it extremely dry with very few light showers and most days are rain free. There are just 4.4 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days and rainy days are few and far between.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Cottesloe Beach. Sea temperatures are a chilly 19°C (66°F). January is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Cottesloe Beach for prolonged periods of time.

  • 27°C (81°F) Air
    23°C (74°F) Sea
    11.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    13.3 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 27°C (81°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.0hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 6.1cm (2.4inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 13.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Shelly Beach. Sea temperatures are a warm 23°C (74°F). January is a good month for swimming in Shelly Beach with comfortable temperatures for most people.

  • 27°C (81°F) Air
    23°C (74°F) Sea
    11.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    13.3 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 27°C (81°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.0hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 6.1cm (2.4inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 13.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Manly Beach. Sea temperatures are a warm 23°C (74°F). January is a good month for swimming in Manly Beach with comfortable temperatures for most people.

  • 27°C (81°F) Air
    23°C (74°F) Sea
    11.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    13.3 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 27°C (81°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.0hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 6.1cm (2.4inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 13.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Sydney Harbor. Sea temperatures are a warm 23°C (74°F). January is a good month for swimming in Sydney Harbor with comfortable temperatures for most people.

  • 27°C (81°F) Air
    23°C (74°F) Sea
    11.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    13.3 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 27°C (81°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.0hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 6.1cm (2.4inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 13.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Bondi Beach. Sea temperatures are a warm 23°C (74°F). January is a good month for swimming in Bondi Beach with comfortable temperatures for most people.

  • 27°C (81°F) Air
    23°C (74°F) Sea
    11.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    13.3 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 27°C (81°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.0hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 6.1cm (2.4inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 13.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Mona Vale Beach. Sea temperatures are a warm 23°C (74°F). January is a good month for swimming in Mona Vale Beach with comfortable temperatures for most people.

  • 27°C (81°F) Air
    23°C (74°F) Sea
    11.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    13.3 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 27°C (81°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.0hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 6.1cm (2.4inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 13.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Curl Curl Beach. Sea temperatures are a warm 23°C (74°F). January is a good month for swimming in Curl Curl Beach with comfortable temperatures for most people.

  • 27°C (81°F) Air
    23°C (74°F) Sea
    11.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    13.3 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 27°C (81°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.0hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 6.1cm (2.4inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 13.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Pearl Beach. Sea temperatures are a warm 23°C (74°F). January is a good month for swimming in Pearl Beach with comfortable temperatures for most people.

  • 27°C (81°F) Air
    23°C (74°F) Sea
    11.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    13.3 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 27°C (81°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.0hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 6.1cm (2.4inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 13.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Palm Beach. Sea temperatures are a warm 23°C (74°F). January is a good month for swimming in Palm Beach with comfortable temperatures for most people.

  • 27°C (81°F) Air
    23°C (74°F) Sea
    11.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    13.3 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 27°C (81°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.0hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 6.1cm (2.4inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 13.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Little Bay. Sea temperatures are a warm 23°C (74°F). January is a good month for swimming in Little Bay with comfortable temperatures for most people.

  • 26°C (78°F) Air
    19°C (67°F) Sea
    11.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 26°C (78°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.1hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a great time for sunbathing in Madfish Bay. Sea temperatures are a cool 19°C (67°F). January is a slightly chilly month for swimming in Madfish Bay.

  • 26°C (78°F) Air
    19°C (67°F) Sea
    11.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 26°C (78°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.1hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a great time for sunbathing in Elephant Rocks. Sea temperatures are a cool 19°C (67°F). January is a slightly chilly month for swimming in Elephant Rocks.

  • 26°C (78°F) Air
    19°C (66°F) Sea
    11.1 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 26°C (78°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.1hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a great time for sunbathing in Salmon Holes Beach. Sea temperatures are a cool 19°C (66°F). January is a slightly chilly month for swimming in Salmon Holes Beach.

  • 26°C (78°F) Air
    19°C (66°F) Sea
    11.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 26°C (78°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 77% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.0hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a great time for sunbathing in Lowlands Beach. Sea temperatures are a cool 19°C (66°F). January is a slightly chilly month for swimming in Lowlands Beach.

  • 27°C (81°F) Air
    23°C (73°F) Sea
    10.5 Hrs of Sun / Day
    13.3 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 27°C (81°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 74% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.5hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 6.1cm (2.4inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 13.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Austinmer Beach. Sea temperatures are a warm 23°C (73°F). January is a good month for swimming in Austinmer Beach with comfortable temperatures for most people.

  • 26°C (78°F) Air
    19°C (66°F) Sea
    11.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    7.0 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 26°C (78°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 77% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.0hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 0.1cm (0.0inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a great time for sunbathing in Shelley Beach. Sea temperatures are a chilly 19°C (66°F). January is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Shelley Beach for prolonged periods of time.

  • 28°C (83°F) Air
    18°C (64°F) Sea
    10.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    5.7 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 28°C (83°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 70% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.0hrs making the days long and bright. January has total rainfall of 2.1cm (0.8inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 5.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Kangaroo Island. Sea temperatures are a chilly 18°C (64°F). January is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Kangaroo Island for prolonged periods of time.

  • 28°C (83°F) Air
    17°C (63°F) Sea
    10.0 Hrs of Sun / Day
    5.7 Days of Rain

    January has average maximum temperatures of 28°C (83°F) which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 70% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.0hrs making the days long and bright. January has total rainfall of 2.1cm (0.8inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 5.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

    It is a good time for sunbathing in Stokes Bay. Sea temperatures are a chilly 17°C (63°F). January is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Stokes Bay for prolonged periods of time.

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