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Visiting Otago Region, New Zealand in January

January is one of the best months to visit Otago Region 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 colder than the previous month. January has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The sunshine percentage is 77.5% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.8hrs making the days very long and bright.

January has total rainfall of 5.5cm (2.2inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 10.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 14°C (57°F). January is too cold for swimming in Otago Region for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in January is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into February.

Also consider visiting Otago Region 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 Otago Region in January?

No, January is not a good time for sunbathing in Otago Region.

January has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The sunshine percentage is 77.5% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.8hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 5.5cm (2.2inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 10.5 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 Otago Region in January?

No, January is too cold for swimming in Otago Region for any length of time, with the sea water at 14°C (57°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about January sea temperatures.

Is January a good time to holiday in Otago Region?

Yes, January is a slightly cool time for a holiday in Otago Region.

January has average maximum temperatures of 17°C (63°F) which is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days. The sunshine percentage is 77.5% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.8hrs making the days very long and bright. January has total rainfall of 5.5cm (2.2inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 10.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. Sea temperatures are a cold 14°C (57°F). January is too cold for swimming in Otago Region for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the January temperatures and sunshine.

Is Otago Region warm in January?

No, Otago Region is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days in January.

The average maximum temperature in Otago Region in January is 17°C (63°F). The average maximum temperature is 18°C (64°) in the previous month and 18°C (65°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Otago Region in January is 15°C (59°F). The average temperature is 14°C (57°F) in the previous month and 15°C (60°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Otago Region in January?

The average day light hours per day in Otago Region in January are 15.3. The sunshine percentage is 77.5% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.8hrs making the days very long and bright.

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Temperature in Otago Region in January

The weather in January is slightly colder than the previous month. The average maximum temperature in Otago Region in January is 17°C (63°F). The average maximum temperature is 18°C (64°F) in the previous month and 18°C (65°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Otago Region in January is 15°C (59°F). The average temperature is 14°C (57°F) in the previous month and 15°C (60°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Otago Region in January is 13°C (55°F). The minimum temperature is 11°C (51°F) in the previous month and 13°C (55°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Otago Region in January

The days in January are marginally shorter than the previous month and days continue to get shorter into February. January has less hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop into February. During January the average day light hours are 15.3 per day in Otago Region. The sunshine percentage is 77.5% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.8hrs making the days very long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Otago Region in January is typically 11.1 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 Otago Region in January

The average sea water temperature in Otago Region in January is 13.9°C (57.0°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in January is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into February.

Rainfall in Otago Region in January

January weather is marginally drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop slightly into February. January has fewer days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Otago Region in January is 5.5cm (2.2inches) and on average there are 10.5 rainy days in January making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

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