Port Stephens Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Port Stephens, Australia in January.

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Nelson Bay Shoal Bay Salamander Bay Soldiers Point

Planning a getaway to Port Stephens, Australia this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Port Stephens in January

Port Stephens, Australia is a region in Australia. January in Port Stephens generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 27°C (81°F) in Shoal Bay to 29°C (84°F) in Raymond Terrace. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Raymond Terrace and 21°C (70°F) in Shoal Bay. In Port Stephens, Australia, 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.

For a closer look at conditions across Port Stephens, Australia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Raymond Terrace with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Soldiers Point with 76 mm (3 in).

Explore Port Stephens by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Port Stephens — and find the best time to visit. (based on Nelson Bay)

January27°C (81°F) February27°C (81°F) March26°C (79°F) April24°C (75°F) May21°C (70°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly18°C (64°F) August19°C (66°F) September21°C (70°F) October22°C (72°F) November24°C (75°F) December26°C (79°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Port Stephens in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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 Port Stephens

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Port Stephens, Australia?

Temperature range in Port Stephens (January)

Precipitation variation in Port Stephens (January)

Nelson Bay

In January Nelson Bay generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
75 mm (3 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Nelson Bay →

Shoal Bay

In January Shoal Bay generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
76 mm (3 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Shoal Bay →

Salamander Bay

In January Salamander Bay generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
75 mm (3 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Salamander Bay →

Soldiers Point

In January Soldiers Point generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
76 mm (3 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Soldiers Point →

Raymond Terrace

In January Raymond Terrace generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Raymond Terrace →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Port Stephens, in Australia.

In our records: Australia January extremes

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

  • In our records, the warmest January day in Australia reached 46°C (115°F) in Ballarat on January 29, 2009.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Port Stephens in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nelson Bay 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Shoal Bay 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Salamander Bay 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Soldiers Point 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Raymond Terrace 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)

Port Stephens weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Port Stephens, Australia in January?

Expect perfect weather across Port Stephens, Australia in January. The popular destination of Nelson Bay averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 21°C (70°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Port Stephens, Australia in January?

Daytime temperatures in Nelson Bay peak at roughly 27°C (81°F) in January, dropping to about 21°C (70°F) overnight.

Does Port Stephens, Australia get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Port Stephens, Australia. Nelson Bay averages only about 75 mm (3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Port Stephens, Australia?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Port Stephens, Australia with overall perfect weather in Nelson Bay.

On average, the best time to visit Port Stephens, Australia is in January, March, April, May, September, October, November and December with generally perfect weather in Nelson Bay.

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