Akaroa weather in January (Canterbury, New Zealand)
Looking to travel to Akaroa in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.
In January, Akaroa generally has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 19°C. But by evening, they drop to around 13°C.
Akaroa in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 54 mm for the month. Typically around 10 days of rainfall is expected.
With around 238 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.
In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days February typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Akaroa climate page with graphs.
Akaroa, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
13°C
Max Temperature
19°C
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
54 mm
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
72% *
Sunshine
238 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
51% *
Where to go in New Zealand in January
Find out more about the weather in New Zealand in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Akaroa in January?
For visitors traveling to Akaroa, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.
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