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Visiting Wollongong, Australia in January

January is one of the best months to visit Wollongong 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 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.

Sea temperatures are a warm 23°C (73°F). January is a good month for swimming in Wollongong with comfortable temperatures for most people. The sea temperature in January is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into February.

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

Can you sunbathe in Wollongong in January?

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

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.

More about January temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Wollongong in January?

Yes, January is a good month for swimming in Wollongong with warm sea temperatures 23°C (73°F).

More about January sea temperatures.

Is January a good time to holiday in Wollongong?

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

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

More about the January temperatures and sunshine.

Is Wollongong warm in January?

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

The average maximum temperature in Wollongong in January is 27°C (81°F). The average maximum temperature is 26°C (78°) in the previous month and 27°C (80°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Wollongong in January is 23°C (74°F). The average temperature is 22°C (71°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 Wollongong in January?

The average day light hours per day in Wollongong in January are 14.2. 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.

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Temperature in Wollongong in January

The weather in January is slightly warmer than the previous month. The average maximum temperature in Wollongong in January is 27°C (81°F). The average maximum temperature is 26°C (78°F) in the previous month and 27°C (80°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Wollongong in January is 23°C (74°F). The average temperature is 22°C (71°F) in the previous month and 23°C (73°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Wollongong in January is 20°C (68°F). The minimum temperature is 18°C (65°F) in the previous month and 20°C (68°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Wollongong in January

The days in January are marginally shorter than the previous month and days continue to get slightly shorter into February. January has fewer 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 14.2 per day in Wollongong. 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.

The ultraviolet index in Wollongong in January is typically 13.7 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 Wollongong in January

The average sea water temperature in Wollongong in January is 23°C (73.4°F) which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. The sea temperature in January is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into February.

Rainfall in Wollongong 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 Wollongong in January is 6.1cm (2.4inches) and on average there are 13.3 rainy days in January making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Wollongong in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Wollongong in January is 20°C (67°F) which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 18°C (64°F) in the previous month and 20°C (20°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Wollongong in January is typically 88.4%. The maximum relative humidity is 86.9% in the previous month and 89.4% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Wollongong in January is typically 69.5%. The average relative humidity is 67.1% in the previous month and 72.1% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Wollongong in January

The average maximum wind speed in Wollongong in January is typically 38KM/H (24MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 39KM/H (24MPH) in the previous month and 36KM/H (22MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Wollongong in January is typically 21KM/H (13MPH). The average wind speed is 21KM/H (13MPH) in the previous month and 20KM/H (12MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Wollongong in January is from the East.

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