Cromwell weather in January (Otago, New Zealand)

What weather conditions can you expect in Cromwell this January? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

In January, Cromwell usually has pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. January marks the summer season. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 18°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 8°C.

Precipitation

Cromwell in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 111 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 8 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 231 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm February typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Cromwell, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 26%  

Precipitation 111 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Sunshine 231 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Wanaka, New Zealand (38 KM, 24 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 Cromwell, 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.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Cromwell.

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