ClimateForecastJanuaryFebruary >>

Mackay weather in January (Queensland, Australia)

Will it be warm or cold in Mackay this January? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

In January, Mackay tends to experience high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 29°C, while nights can cool down to about 25°C. It's the hottest month of the year. Make sure to come prepared with breezy outfits. Whether you're out exploring or just lounging, being prepared can make your experience in this warm month much more enjoyable.

Precipitation

Mackay in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 227 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 11 days will experience rain.

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

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

 

Mackay, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 227 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  

Where to go in Australia in January

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

Map not visible? Whoops sorry! Please refresh the page.
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.

What To Do

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

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

Interested in more climate information?

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

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Australia? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Australia. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.