Burleigh Heads weather in January (Australia)

How is January weather typically in Burleigh Heads? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In January, Burleigh Heads tends to experience high temperatures and high rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 27°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 22°C. This month is known for its high temperatures, often being the hottest. Keep your summer wardrobe handy and enjoy the warmth responsibly.

Precipitation

Burleigh Heads in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 147 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 13 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 230 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Burleigh Heads. April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Burleigh Heads, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Water Temperature 25°C *  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 147 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 70% *  

Sunshine 230 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Gold Coast, Australia (10 KM, 6 Miles).

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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?

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. With a water temperature of around 25°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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