Temperature in Southland in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Southland, New Zealand this January.

Southland, New Zealand, a region in New Zealand, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from 17°C (63°F) in Te Anau to 19°C (66°F) in Gore. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Gore and 8°C (46°F) in Te Anau. During January, summer is in full swing. On average, January is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Southland, New Zealand.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Southland, New Zealand in January?

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

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Best Places to Visit in Southland 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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Southland temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Southland, New Zealand in January?

Expect daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) in Te Anau. That makes January a moderate month for Southland, New Zealand.

How cold does it get at night in Southland, New Zealand in January?

Average overnight lows in Southland, New Zealand during January sit near 8°C (46°F) in Te Anau.

What is the warmest city in January in Southland, New Zealand?

According to our recent database analysis, Gore is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 19°C (66°F) and rarely drops below 9°C (48°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in January in Southland, New Zealand?

For the month of January, Te Anau is the most temperate city in Southland, New Zealand based on our records. Highs average 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 8°C (46°F).

What is the water temperature in January?

The water temperature averages approximately 13°C (55°F) in Invercargill this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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