Mele Weather in January
January in Mele brings high temperatures around 29°C (84°F) during the day, dropping to 26°C (79°F) at night, and as part of the rainy season, heavy rainfall is common.
Rainfall in Mele in January
As part of the rainy season, Mele sees around 19 days of rain in January, with an average of 199 mm (7.8 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.
Temperature in Mele in January
Temperatures in Mele in January top out at 29°C (84°F) and drop to 26°C (79°F) overnight. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights are warm at 26°C (79°F), which can make sleeping uncomfortable. Keeping windows open or using a fan can help. A cold shower before bed is also a good way to cool down.
Sunshine in Mele in January
With approximately 222 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies during the day. Rain typically falls in the afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early parts of the day sunny.
Average water temperature in January
With water at 27°C (81°F), you can expect warm, pleasant conditions for any water activity. There's no adjustment period — it feels comfortable straight away.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best weather for Mele.
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Mele Temperature in January
Min Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Max Temperature
29°C (84°F)
Water Temperature
27°C (81°F) *
Chance of Rain
63%
Precipitation
199 mm (7.8 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
85% *
Sunshine
222 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Daily Historical Temperatures
51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Mele typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 23°C (73°F).
Average temperatures in January
Daily Historical Precipitation
51-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in January
Historical weather for Mele in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Mele spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Mele historical weather extremes in January
Based on weather observations in Mele between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
- The hottest January day on record in Mele reached 36°C (97°F) (January 4, 2016).
- On January 26, 2012, Mele saw its coldest January day with temperatures maxing out at 27°C (81°F).
- The coldest night in January in Mele was on January 1, 2017, with a minimum of 18°C (64°F).
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What to Wear in Mele in January
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in January. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. With water temperatures around 27°C (81°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.What To Do in Mele in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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