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Portobello weather in January (Otago, New Zealand)

What can you expect from the weather in Portobello during January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

Temperatures

In January, Portobello generally has 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, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 11°C.

Precipitation

Portobello in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 93 mm for the month. It is the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella might come in handy. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 16 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'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 TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 93 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
SunshineSunshine 174 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage 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.

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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?

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

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