Port Douglas weather in January (Queensland, Australia)

What's the typical weather in Port Douglas for January? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of January in Port Douglas typically includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 29°C, cooling off to about 25°C at night. This month is known for its high temperatures, often being the hottest. Keep your summer wardrobe handy and enjoy the warmth responsibly.

Precipitation

Port Douglas in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 341 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 14 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 208 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

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

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

 

Port Douglas, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 46%  

Precipitation 341 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 68% *  

Sunshine 208 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Cairns, Australia (53 KM, 33 Miles).

Where to go in Australia in January

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Weather conditions Weather

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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 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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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