Rockdale Weather in January

January in Rockdale brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 26°C (79°F) and nights around 20°C (68°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 80 mm (3.1 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Rockdale in January

Rain is expected on roughly 12 days, totalling around 80 mm (3.1 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Rockdale in January

The perfect temperature in Rockdale in January makes it a solid month to visit, with 26°C (79°F) during the day and 20°C (68°F) at night. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. Nights drop to around 20°C (68°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable. This is typically the warmest month of the year, so light summer clothing is a good idea.

Sunshine in Rockdale in January

The city usually sees around 233 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

Wind Speed in Rockdale in January

Wind speeds average 4 m/s (8 knots) during January. At this speed, expect moderate winds that can raise dust and move small branches. Since this is an average, some days have gentle light winds while others experience stronger breezes that are quite noticeable.

Average water temperature in January

With water at 21°C (70°F), conditions are good for swimming and other water activities. You won't need a wetsuit and most people find it very comfortable.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the best months to visit Rockdale.

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Rockdale Temperature in January

Min Temperature 20°C (68°F)  

Max Temperature 26°C (79°F)  

Water Temperature 21°C (70°F) *  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 80 mm (3.1 in)  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 61% *  

Windspeed 4 m/s (8 knots) *  

Sunshine 233 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 53% *  

* Data from: Sydney, Australia (4 KM, 2 Miles).

What to Wear in Rockdale in January

Warm but pleasant conditions in Rockdale in January. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. With water temperatures around 21°C (70°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Rockdale in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Australia, check out our Rockdale's climate page.

More climate data for Rockdale

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