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Darfield Weather in January

During January, Darfield experiences high daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and cooler nights around 11°C (52°F). As part of the summer season, expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 85 mm (3.3 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Darfield in January

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 9 days of rain, with 85 mm (3.3 in) average for the month. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.

Temperature in Darfield in January

January is one of the better months to visit Darfield. Expect 22°C (72°F) during the day and 11°C (52°F) at night. The month of January belongs to the summer season. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. With overnight lows of 11°C (52°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Darfield in January

The month enjoys around 238 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February, March and December typically offer the best weather for Darfield.

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Darfield Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C (52°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 85 mm (3.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
SunshineSunshine 238 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 51% *  
* Data from: Christchurch, New Zealand (35 KM, 22 Miles).

Best Places in New Zealand in January

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Darfield in January

For Darfield in January, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Darfield in January

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

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Barbeque
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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