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Piha Weather in January

With daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows of 18°C (64°F), January in Piha brings high temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 75 mm (3 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Piha in January

Historically, the month has about 11 days of rain, averaging 75 mm (3 in) in total. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Piha in January

Piha has excellent weather in January, with days reaching 22°C (72°F) and nights cooling to 18°C (64°F). Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. Nights drop to around 18°C (64°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Piha in January

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 230 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Piha.

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

Piha Temperature in January

Min Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Max Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Chance of Rain
36%
Precipitation
75 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
79% *
Sunshine
230 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
58% *
* Data from: Auckland, New Zealand (30 KM, 18 Miles).

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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 Piha 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. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Piha in January

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

  • Cycling
    9/10
  • Walking
    9/10
  • Barbeque
    8/10
  • Camping
    8/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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