Franz Josef weather in January (West Coast, New Zealand)
Planning a trip to Franz Josef in January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In January, Franz Josef generally has moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. January falls within the summer season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 16°C. But by evening, they drop to around 9°C.
Franz Josef in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 361 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see rainfall.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures generally stand out with the best circumstances. While tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Franz Josef climate page with graphs.
Franz Josef, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
9°C
Max Temperature
16°C
Chance of Rain
51%
Precipitation
361 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Where to go in New Zealand in January
Find out more about the weather in New Zealand in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Franz Josef in January?
For visitors traveling to Franz Josef, 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 in January.
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