Nelson weather in January (Nelson Region, New Zealand)

How is the weather in Nelson in January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In January, Nelson typically experiences pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. January is a summer month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 21°C, while night temperatures can drop to 13°C.

Nelson in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 108 mm for the month. Typically around 9 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 268 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.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February and March typically offer the best circumstances. While June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Nelson, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 29%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 108 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 74%  
SunshineSunshine 268 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in New Zealand in January

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand 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 Nelson in January?

For visitors traveling to Nelson, 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 in January.

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Nelson.

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