Portobello weather in January (Otago, New Zealand)

Is January a good time to explore Portobello weather-wise? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

January in Portobello generally includes pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 18°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 11°C.

Precipitation

Portobello in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 93 mm for the month. This month is known for heavy rainfall, so don't forget your umbrella to stay dry. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 16 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With about 174 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit. January and February generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Portobello, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 11°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 52%  

Precipitation 93 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 174 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 38% *  

* Data from: Dunedin, New Zealand (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in January

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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?

For visitors traveling to Portobello, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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