January Rainfall and Precipitation in Western Australia
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Western Australia, 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.
Western Australia precipitation in January: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Western Australia, Australia receive in January?
Perth sees moderate rainfall in January, averaging around 20 mm (0.8 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.
How many days does it rain in Western Australia, Australia in January?
On average, Perth has about 3 days days of rain in January.
Is January part of the rainy season in Western Australia, Australia?
Not really. January is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Western Australia, Australia.
What is the wettest city in January in Western Australia, Australia?
Derby is the wettest city in Western Australia, Australia in January according to our database, with average rainfall of around 215 mm (8.5 in).
What is the driest city in January in Western Australia, Australia?
Based on our database, Denham sees the least rainfall in Western Australia, Australia in January, with around 6.1 mm (0.2 in) on average.
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