Weather in Sydney, Australia in January

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Visiting Sydney, Australia in January

January is one of the best months to visit Sydney for the best beach weather. It has the most sunshine and best sunbathing and swimming conditions of the year.

The weather in January is slightly warmer than the previous month. 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 5.3cm (2.1inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 12.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a warm 23°C (74°F). January is a good month for swimming in Sydney with comfortable temperatures for most people. The sea temperature in January is slightly warmer than the previous month.

Also consider visiting Sydney in one of the other best months of February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.

Can you sunbathe in Sydney in January?

Yes, January is a good time for sunbathing in Sydney.

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 5.3cm (2.1inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 12.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

More about January temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Sydney in January?

Yes, January is a good month for swimming in Sydney with warm sea temperatures 23°C (74°F).

More about January sea temperatures.

Is January a good time to holiday in Sydney?

Yes, January is a good time for a holiday in Sydney.

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 5.3cm (2.1inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 12.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. Sea temperatures are a warm 23°C (74°F). January is a good month for swimming in Sydney with comfortable temperatures for most people.

More about the January temperatures and sunshine.

Is Sydney warm in January?

Yes, Sydney is very warm and perfect for sunbathing on clear days in January.

The average maximum temperature in Sydney in January is 27°C (81°F). The average maximum temperature is 25°C (78°) in the previous month and 26°C (79°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Sydney in January is 23°C (73°F). The average temperature is 21°C (70°F) in the previous month and 23°C (73°F) in the next month.

More info about the January temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Sydney in January?

The average day light hours per day in Sydney in January are 14.1. 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.

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Temperature in Sydney in January

The weather in January is slightly warmer than the previous month. The average maximum temperature in Sydney in January is 27°C (81°F). The average maximum temperature is 25°C (78°F) in the previous month and 26°C (79°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Sydney in January is 23°C (73°F). The average temperature is 21°C (70°F) in the previous month and 23°C (73°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Sydney in January is 19°C (66°F). The minimum temperature is 17°C (63°F) in the previous month and 19°C (66°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Sydney in January

The days in January are marginally shorter than the previous month and days continue to get slightly shorter into February. January has less hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop slightly into February. During January the average day light hours are 14.1 per day in Sydney. 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.

The ultraviolet index in Sydney in January is typically 13.8 during January. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Sydney in January

The average sea water temperature in Sydney in January is 23.2°C (73.8°F) which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. The sea temperature in January is slightly warmer than the previous month.

Rainfall in Sydney in January

January weather is slightly drier than the previous month. January has fewer days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Sydney in January is 5.3cm (2.1inches) and on average there are 12.5 rainy days in January making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Sydney in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Sydney in January is 19°C (66°F) which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 17°C (63°F) in the previous month and 19°C (19°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Sydney in January is typically 88.9%. The maximum relative humidity is 87.9% in the previous month and 89.6% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Sydney in January is typically 69.1%. The average relative humidity is 67.4% in the previous month and 71.4% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Sydney in January

The average maximum wind speed in Sydney in January is typically 37KM/H (23MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 38KM/H (23MPH) in the previous month and 35KM/H (22MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Sydney in January is typically 20KM/H (12MPH). The average wind speed is 20KM/H (12MPH) in the previous month and 20KM/H (12MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Sydney in January is from the East-Southeast.

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