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Auckland Region Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Auckland Region, New Zealand in January.

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Auckland Oneroa Onetangi Warkworth

Are you planning a trip a to Auckland Region, New Zealand in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Auckland Region in January

Auckland Region, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. January in Auckland Region generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Waikawa at 18°C (64°F) to warm in Bombay at 25°C (77°F). At night it cools down to 16°C (61°F) in Bombay and 11°C (52°F) in Waikawa.

To explore the conditions in Auckland Region, New Zealand in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tryphena with an average of 59 mm (2.3 in) to high rainfall in Waikawa with 130 mm (5.1 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in January. Auckland typically receives 230 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Auckland Region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Auckland Region - and find the best time to visit. (based on Auckland)

January24°C (75°F) February25°C (77°F) March23°C (73°F) April21°C (70°F) May18°C (64°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly15°C (59°F) August16°C (61°F) September17°C (63°F) October18°C (64°F) November20°C (68°F) December22°C (72°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Auckland Region in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Auckland Region.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Auckland Region

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Auckland Region, New Zealand?

Temperature range in Auckland Region (January)

Precipitation variation in Auckland Region (January)

Auckland

In January Auckland generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
230 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
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Oneroa

In January Oneroa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
230 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Oneroa →

Onetangi

In January Onetangi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
230 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Onetangi →

Warkworth

In January Warkworth generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
230 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Warkworth →

Papakura

In January Papakura generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
230 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Auckland Region, in New Zealand.

In our records: New Zealand January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in New Zealand in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest January day in New Zealand brought 219 mm (8.6 in) in Whangarei on January 19, 2018.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Auckland Region in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Auckland 24°C (75°F) 17°C (63°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Oneroa 23°C (73°F) 18°C (64°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Onetangi 22°C (72°F) 18°C (64°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Warkworth 23°C (73°F) 17°C (63°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Papakura 24°C (75°F) 17°C (63°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Pukekohe East 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 76 mm (3 in)

Auckland Region weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Auckland Region, New Zealand in January?

Expect excellent weather across Auckland Region, New Zealand in January. The popular destination of Auckland averages 24°C (75°F) by day and 17°C (63°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Auckland Region, New Zealand in January?

Auckland averages a daytime maximum of 24°C (75°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 17°C (63°F).

Does Auckland Region, New Zealand get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Auckland Region, New Zealand. Auckland averages only about 78 mm (3.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Auckland Region, New Zealand?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Auckland Region, New Zealand with overall excellent weather in Auckland. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April and November provide excellent weather in Auckland. The weather in June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be mixed.

Interested in more climate information?

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