January Rainfall and Precipitation in Wellington
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Wellington, New Zealand 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.
Wellington precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Wellington, New Zealand receive in January?
Wellington sees moderate rainfall in January, averaging around 58 mm (2.3 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.
How many days does it rain in Wellington, New Zealand in January?
Expect around 9 days rainy days in Wellington during January.
Is January part of the rainy season in Wellington, New Zealand?
January is generally a drier month for Wellington, New Zealand, falling outside the main rainy season.
What is the wettest city in January in Wellington, New Zealand?
Otaki is the wettest city in Wellington, New Zealand in January according to our database, with average rainfall of around 111 mm (4.4 in).
What is the driest city in January in Wellington, New Zealand?
In our records, Wellington stands out as the driest city in Wellington, New Zealand for January, averaging just 58 mm (2.3 in).
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