Masterton weather in January (Wellington, New Zealand)
Is January a good time to explore Masterton weather-wise? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.
Temperatures
The weather in Masterton is usually perfect in January, featuring pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is part of the summer season. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 21°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 12°C.
Precipitation
Masterton in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 76 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 10 days of rain this month.Average sunshine
Enjoy a sunny month with about 210 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit. January, February and March generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June, July, August and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Masterton climate page with graphs.
Masterton, monthly averages in January
Where to go in New Zealand in January
Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Masterton, 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.
Interested in more climate information?
This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Masterton.
Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to New Zealand? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in New Zealand. 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.