Magnetic Island weather in January
Thinking about venturing to Magnetic Island this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Magnetic Island in January?
Magnetic Island is a region in Australia. January in Magnetic Island generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.
You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C and nighttime temperatures around 26°C in Nelly Bay. In Magnetic Island, 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 heavy rainfall in Picnic Bay with an average of 244 mm to heavy rainfall in Horseshoe Bay with 254 mm. Meanwhile, Nelly Bay enjoys close to 245 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.
For a closer look at January's conditions in Magnetic Island, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Magnetic Island's yearly weather, check out our Magnetic Island climate page.
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Popular destinations in Magnetic Island
What is the weather like in January for the 4 most popular destinations in Magnetic Island?
Average weather in Nelly Bay
In January Nelly Bay generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Horseshoe Bay
In January Horseshoe Bay generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Arcadia
In January Arcadia generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Picnic Bay
In January Picnic Bay generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Magnetic Island, in Australia.
Is January the best time to visit Magnetic Island?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Magnetic Island with often poor weather in Nelly Bay.
On average, the best time to visit Magnetic Island is in April, May, June, July, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Nelly Bay. The weather in January and February, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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