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Sandford Weather in January

January in Sandford brings pleasant temperatures, with highs of 21°C (70°F) and nights dropping to 12°C (54°F). With excellent weather conditions overall, it's a good time to visit.

Rainfall in Sandford in January

Historically, approximately 13 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 53 mm (2.1 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Sandford in January

January is a excellent month in Sandford, with 21°C (70°F) during the day and 12°C (54°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With overnight lows of 12°C (54°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.

Sunshine in Sandford in January

With approximately 251 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

Wind Speed in Sandford 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

The water is 17°C (63°F) this month, cool enough to feel refreshing on a warm day, but cold enough that most people won't stay in for long without a wetsuit.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit.

Sandford Temperature in January

Min Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Water Temperature
17°C (63°F) *
Chance of Rain
44%
Precipitation
53 mm (2.1 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
51% *
Windspeed
4 m/s (8 knots) *
Sunshine
251 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
59% *
* Data from: Hobart, Tasmania (11 KM, 6 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Sandford in January

Pleasant temperatures in January mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. With water temperatures around 17°C (63°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Sandford in January

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

  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    9/10
  • Camping
    8/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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