Tasman Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Tasman, New Zealand in January.

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Motueka Mapua Richmond Tasman

Planning a getaway to Tasman, New Zealand 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 Tasman in January

Tasman, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. January in Tasman generally has pleasant temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in Motueka.

For specific regional insights in Tasman, New Zealand, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Mapua with an average of 106 mm (4.2 in) to high rainfall in Murchison with 158 mm (6.2 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Motueka sees close to 235 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Tasman by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Tasman — and find the best time to visit. (based on Motueka)

January21°C (70°F) February21°C (70°F) March19°C (66°F) April17°C (63°F) May15°C (59°F) June13°C (55°F) This monthJuly12°C (54°F) August12°C (54°F) September14°C (57°F) October16°C (61°F) November17°C (63°F) December19°C (66°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Tasman in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Tasman

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Tasman, New Zealand?

Temperature range in Tasman (January)

Precipitation variation in Tasman (January)

Motueka

In January Motueka generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
235 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
133 mm (5.2 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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Mapua

In January Mapua generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
268 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Mapua →

Richmond

In January Richmond generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
245 hours
268 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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Tasman

In January Tasman generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
235 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Tasman →

Takaka

In January Takaka generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
235 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Tasman, in New Zealand.

In our records: New Zealand January extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest January day in New Zealand brought 219 mm (8.6 in) in Whangarei on January 19, 2018.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Motueka 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Mapua 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Richmond 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Tasman 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Takaka 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Collingwood 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)

Tasman weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tasman, New Zealand in January?

Expect pleasant weather across Tasman, New Zealand in January. The popular destination of Motueka averages 21°C (70°F) by day and 14°C (57°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Tasman, New Zealand in January?

Average temperatures in Tasman, New Zealand during January range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 21°C (70°F) in Motueka.

Does Tasman, New Zealand get a lot of rain in January?

Yes, January tends to be a wetter month in Tasman, New Zealand. Average rainfall in Motueka sits around 110 mm (4.3 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Tasman, New Zealand?

In our opinion, January is a good time to visit Tasman, New Zealand with overall pleasant weather in Motueka. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, February provides perfect weather in Motueka. On the other hand, the weather in June, July and August tend to be poor.

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