January is a hot and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Australia. January is a good month for swimming in Australia with warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Australia in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.
The average maximum temperature in Australia in January is 26°. The average maximum temperature is 25° in the previous month and 26° in the next month.
The average temperature in Australia in January is 21°. The average temperature ranges is 20° in the previous month and 21° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Australia in January is 17°. The minimum temperature is 16° in the previous month and 17° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Australia in January are 14 and there are 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average during January making it a sunny month with few clouds.
The ultraviolet index in Australia in January is typically 14.2 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.
The average sea water temperature in Australia in January is 22° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.
The average total rainfall in Australia in January is 25.3cm and on average there are 9 rainy days in January making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Australia in January is 17° which is OK for most but slightly uncomfortable for some. The dew point is 16° in the previous month and 18° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Australia in January is typically 82.6%. The maximum relative humidity is 82.8% in the previous month and 83.2% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Australia in January is typically 62.6%. The average relative humidity is 62.5% in the previous month and 64.6% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Australia in January is typically 29kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 29kmh in the previous month and 28kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Australia in January is typically 15kmh. The average wind speed is 15kmh in the previous month and 15kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Australia in January is from the South East.
