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Kupang weather in January (East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia)

Will it be warm or cold in Kupang this January? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

The month of January in Kupang typically brings very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 31°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 25°C. These temperatures represent the average, but hotter days can occur. Be prepared with light clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Kupang in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 299 mm for the month. Experience the peak rainfall in this month, with heavy showers being the norm. A poncho is essential to stay dry and comfortable. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 18 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 188 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Kupang. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kupang, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 61%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 299 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 84% *  
SunshineSunshine 188 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Kupang, East Timor (7 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in Indonesia in January

Find out more about the weather in Indonesia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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?

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. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

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

Interested in more climate information?

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