Australian Capital Territory weather in January
Are you planning a trip to Australian Capital Territory in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Australian Capital Territory in January?
Australian Capital Territory is a region in Australia. In January, Australian Capital Territory experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from warm to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy. January is a summer month.
During the day the temperature is warm in Royal National Park at 26°C and very warm in Yulara at 39°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 25°C in Yulara and 20°C in Royal National Park. In Australian Capital Territory, January typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Carnarvon with an average of 7.6 mm to heavy rainfall in Hayman Island with 199 mm. The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 301 hours of sunshine in Canberra. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.
For specific regional insights in Australian Capital Territory for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Australian Capital Territory climate page.
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Average weather in Canberra
In January Canberra generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Hall
In January Hall generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Port Hughes
In January Port Hughes generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Carnarvon
In January Carnarvon generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Hayman Island
In January Hayman Island generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Australian Capital Territory?
We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Australian Capital Territory. Typically, the climate in Canberra is perfect.
Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Canberra. The weather in June, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.
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