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Byron Bay weather in January (New South Wales, Australia)

Will it be warm or cold in Byron Bay this January? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, Byron Bay typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 28°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 22°C. Expect high temperatures this period, often making it the warmest month of the year. Light clothing and hydration will help you enjoy the sunny days.

Precipitation

Byron Bay in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 148 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 13 days of 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 Byron Bay. July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Byron Bay, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 25°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 42%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 148 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
SunshineSunshine 230 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Australia in January

Find out more about the weather in Australia and which places have the best travel 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 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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