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New Town Weather in January

January in New Town brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 22°C (72°F) and nights around 12°C (54°F). The perfect weather makes it a solid choice for a visit.

Rainfall in New Town in January

On average, there are about 13 days with rain during this month, averaging 49 mm (1.9 in). Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in New Town in January

January is a good time to be in New Town. Days are perfect, reaching 22°C (72°F), with nights around 12°C (54°F). January marks the summer season. Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. At 12°C (54°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.

Sunshine in New Town in January

Enjoy a sunny month with about 251 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make New Town even more beautiful.

Wind Speed in New Town in January

In January, average wind speeds reach 4 m/s (8 knots), leading to light to moderate breezes. Conditions vary from day to day, with both calm and windier periods.

Average water temperature in January

The water temperature is 17°C (63°F) — chilly, but perfectly fine for a swim if you're not too sensitive to cold water. A short wetsuit can make longer sessions more comfortable.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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New Town Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C (54°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 17°C (63°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 44%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 49 mm (1.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 51% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 m/s (8 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 251 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 59% *  
* Data from: Hobart, Tasmania (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Best Places in Australia in January

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in New Town in January

Pleasant temperatures in January mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Expect water temperatures of around 17°C (63°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in New Town in January

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

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

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