In January, Urapukapuka Island experiences warm and sunny weather, with occasional summer showers. This is an ideal time for swimming, sunbathing, and snorkeling, as the water is calm and clear. Diving, surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing are also popular activities during this month due to the favorable weather conditions and warm sea temperatures. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.
January is the peak of summer in New Zealand, and many locals and tourists flock to the beaches during this time. The beach at Urapukapuka Island may get quite crowded, especially during weekends and public holidays like New Year's Day and Wellington Anniversary Day. Beach activities, water sports, and boat tours are popular during this month.
The average maximum temperature in Urapukapuka Island in January is 23°. The average maximum temperature is 21° in the previous month and 24° in the next month.
The average temperature in Urapukapuka Island in January is 20°. The average temperature ranges is 18° in the previous month and 20° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Urapukapuka Island in January is 16°. The minimum temperature is 15° in the previous month and 17° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Urapukapuka Island in January are 14.3 and there are 7 hours of sunshine per day on average during January making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Urapukapuka Island in January is typically 13.4 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 Urapukapuka Island in January is 21.2° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.
The average maximum wind speed in Urapukapuka Island in January is typically 29kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 30kmh in the previous month and 28kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Urapukapuka Island in January is typically 17kmh. The average wind speed is 18kmh in the previous month and 15kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Urapukapuka Island in January is from the South West.
