January Rainfall Precipitation in Wellington

Wellington is a region in New Zealand. In January precipitation ranges from moderate in Wellington with 58 mm of rainfall to high in Otaki with 111 mm of rainfall. It is the driest month of the year.

Where and how much does it rain in Wellington in January?

Find the average total precipitation in January for the most popular destinations in Wellington on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Heavy rainfall has been defined as more than 160 mm precipitation. High: 90 mm to 160 mm. Moderate: 30 mm to 90 mm. Low: 5 mm to 30 mm.

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How much rainfall does Wellington receive in January?

With an average of 58 mm of rain, Wellington in January often alternates between wet and dry periods. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, this month typically sees the least rain of the year.

What is the wettest city in January in Wellington?

Our data indicates that Otaki holds the record for the most average rainfall with 111 mm.

What is the driest city in January in Wellington?

Among all locations in our dataset, Wellington has the lowest average precipitation at 58 mm.

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