Balclutha weather in January (Otago, New Zealand)

How does the weather in Balclutha usually fare in January? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Balclutha includes pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 19°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 10°C. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.

Precipitation

Balclutha in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 102 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 15 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 174 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days February, March and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June and July tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Balclutha, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 102 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 174 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 38% *  

* Data from: Dunedin, New Zealand (49 KM, 30 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in January

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

For visitors traveling to Balclutha, 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.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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