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Victoria Weather in January

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

Considering a trip to Victoria, Australia this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Victoria in January

Victoria, Australia is a region in Australia. Victoria, Australia has a wide variety of climate types. During January, you can expect temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. January is a summer month.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Cape Bridgewater at 20°C (68°F) and very warm in Mildura at 34°C (93°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Mildura and 15°C (59°F) in Cape Bridgewater. In Victoria, 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.

To explore the conditions in Victoria, Australia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Mildura with an average of 24 mm (0.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Dinner Plain with 92 mm (3.6 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in January. Melbourne typically receives 276 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Victoria by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Victoria in January

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

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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 Victoria

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

Temperature range in Victoria (January)

Precipitation variation in Victoria (January)

Melbourne

In January Melbourne generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
265 hours
276 hours
227 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
52 mm (2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Daylesford

In January Daylesford generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Bendigo

In January Bendigo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Warrnambool

In January Warrnambool generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Ballarat

In January Ballarat generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Victoria, 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 Victoria in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Melbourne 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Daylesford 27°C (81°F) 11°C (52°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Bendigo 31°C (88°F) 14°C (57°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Warrnambool 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Ballarat 26°C (79°F) 11°C (52°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Hepburn Springs 27°C (81°F) 12°C (54°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)

Victoria weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Victoria, Australia in January?

January in Victoria, Australia brings perfect weather. In Melbourne, daytime temperatures are typically around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows hover near 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in Victoria, Australia in January?

Daytime temperatures in Melbourne peak at roughly 26°C (79°F) in January, dropping to about 14°C (57°F) overnight.

Does Victoria, Australia get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Victoria, Australia during January, with Melbourne averaging close to 52 mm (2 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Victoria, Australia?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Victoria, Australia. Typically, the climate in Melbourne is perfect.

On average, the best time to visit Victoria, Australia is in January, February, March, April, October, November and December with generally perfect weather in Melbourne. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August and September tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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