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Airlie Beach weather in January (Queensland, Australia)

Looking to travel to Airlie Beach in January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Airlie Beach generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 30°C. But by evening, they drop to around 25°C.

While these temperatures are typical, some days might be even hotter. Always be prepared for the unexpected spikes in warmth. Dressing in lightweight and breathable outfits will help you stay cool. Don't forget to stay hydrated and wear sun protection to handle the heat better.

Airlie Beach in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 215 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 12 days.

The city usually sees around 240 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Airlie Beach. April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January and February tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Airlie Beach climate page with graphs.

 

Airlie Beach, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 215 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 65%  
SunshineSunshine 240 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Australia in January

Find out more about the weather in Australia in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Airlie Beach in January?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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