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Hamilton Island weather in January (Queensland, Australia)

How is the weather in Hamilton Island in January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Hamilton Island generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 29°C, while night temperatures can drop to 26°C.

Hamilton Island in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 216 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 12 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 240 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

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

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

 

Hamilton Island, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 216 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 65% *  
SunshineSunshine 240 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Airlie Beach, Australia (25 KM, 16 Miles).

Where to go in Australia in January

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

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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