Sawtell weather in January (New South Wales, Australia)

Curious about the January weather in Sawtell? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Sawtell generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 27°C, while night temperatures can drop to 21°C. Often, it stands out as the year's warmest month. With this in mind, cool breathable fabrics will make navigating the heat much more bearable. Always be ready to embrace the warmth while staying cool and protected.

Sawtell in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 153 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 12 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 240 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days May, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, February and June tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sawtell climate page with graphs.

 

Sawtell, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Water Temperature 23°C *  

Chance of Rain 41%  

Precipitation 153 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 240 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 55% *  

* Data from: Coffs Harbour, Australia (6 KM, 3 Miles).

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

So, what should you wear in Sawtell in January?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 23°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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