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West Coast temperatures in January

West Coast is a region in New Zealand. January in has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from moderate in Franz Josef with 16°C to pleasant temperatures in Greymouth with 20°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C in Greymouth and 9°C in Franz Josef.

What is the temperature of the different cities in West Coast in January?

Explore the map below to discover average January temperatures at the top destinations in West Coast. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

  • What is the warmest city in January in West Coast?
  • According to our recent database analysis, Greymouth is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 20°C and rarely drops below 13°C during the night.

  • What is the coldest city in January in West Coast?
  • For the month of January, Franz Josef is the most temperate city in West Coast based on our records. With highs averaging 16°C and nighttime temperatures dipping to around 9°C.

  • How much sun does West Coast get in January?
  • The city Greymouth usually sees around 211 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

  • What is the water's temperature in January?
  • The water temperature averages approximately 15°C in Hokitika this month, so not the best month to swim.

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