January Rainfall and Precipitation in Victoria
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Victoria, Australia in January.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Victoria precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Victoria, Australia receive in January?
Melbourne stays mostly dry in January, with average rainfall close to 52 mm (2 in).
How many days does it rain in Victoria, Australia in January?
Expect around 10 days rainy days in Melbourne during January.
Is January part of the rainy season in Victoria, Australia?
Not really. January is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Victoria, Australia.
What is the wettest city in January in Victoria, Australia?
In our database, Dinner Plain stands out as having an average rainfall level of 92 mm (3.6 in), making it the wettest location.
What is the driest city in January in Victoria, Australia?
In our records, Mildura stands out as the driest city in Victoria, Australia for January, averaging just 24 mm (0.9 in).
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