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Charters Towers weather in January (Queensland, Australia)

What's the typical weather in Charters Towers for January? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Charters Towers includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 34°C. But by evening, they drop to around 23°C. Note that these temperatures are average, but some days may be hotter. Dress in cool, breathable fabrics to stay comfortable in the heat.

Precipitation

Charters Towers in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 142 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 11 days of rain are anticipated.

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

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

 

Charters Towers, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 34°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 36%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 142 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  

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.

What To Do

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

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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