Temperature in South Australia in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in South Australia, Australia this January.

South Australia, Australia, a region in Australia, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from 21°C (70°F) in Robe to 38°C (100°F) in Coober Pedy. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Coober Pedy and 15°C (59°F) in Robe. January is a summer month. On average, January is the warmest month of the year in South Australia, Australia. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

What is the temperature of the different cities in South Australia, Australia in January?

Explore the map below to discover average January temperatures at the top destinations in South Australia. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in South Australia in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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South Australia temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in South Australia, Australia in January?

Daytime temperatures in Adelaide typically peak at 27°C (81°F) in January, putting it in the high range.

How cold does it get at night in South Australia, Australia in January?

After dark, Adelaide cools to about 16°C (61°F) on an average January night.

What is the warmest city in January in South Australia, Australia?

According to our recent database analysis, Coober Pedy is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 38°C (100°F) and rarely drops below 22°C (72°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in January in South Australia, Australia?

In our database, Robe is the chilliest city in January in South Australia, Australia. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 21°C (70°F), while the nighttime lows hover around 15°C (59°F).

How much sun does South Australia, Australia get in January?

Adelaide enjoys close to 326 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.

What is the water temperature in January?

The water temperature averages approximately 23°C (73°F) in Adelaide this month, good for swimming and cooling off.

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