Weather in Canterbury Region, New Zealand in January

The days in January are marginally shorter than the previous month and days continue to get shorter into February. January has marginally more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise slightly into February. During January the average day light hours are 14.9 per day in Canterbury Region. The sunshine percentage is 73% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 10.9hrs making the days very long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Canterbury Region in January is typically 12 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.