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Parkes weather in January (New South Wales, Australia)

What should you pack for a trip to Parkes in January? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

January in Parkes generally includes very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. January ushers in the summer season. Expect temperatures to climb to 34°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 18°C. Known as the warmest month of the year, it's a great time to break out your summer wardrobe. Remember to stay hydrated and enjoy the sunny weather.

Precipitation

Parkes in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 48 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 10 days of rain this month.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Parkes. March, April, May, September, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Parkes, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 34°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 48 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  

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.

What To Do

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

Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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