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Nightcliff weather in January (Australia)

What should you pack for a trip to Nightcliff in January? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Nightcliff includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 32°C. But by evening, they drop to around 26°C. Typical temperatures can be misleading; some days will be hotter. Prepare with light clothing and plenty of hydration to stay cool.

Precipitation

Nightcliff in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 433 mm for the month. Experience the peak rainfall in this month, with heavy showers being the norm. A poncho is essential to stay dry and comfortable. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 13 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 174 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

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

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

 

Nightcliff, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 42%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 433 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 70% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 174 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Darwin, Australia (2 KM, 1 Miles).

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.

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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 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. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

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

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