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Broome weather in January (Western Australia, Australia)

Planning a trip to Broome in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In January, Broome generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 33°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 27°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Broome in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 172 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 11 days.

The city usually sees around 255 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, December tends to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Broome, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 27°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 36%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 172 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 65%  
SunshineSunshine 255 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 Broome 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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