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The Pocket weather in January (Australia)

How is the weather in The Pocket in January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, The Pocket generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 28°C. But by evening, they drop to around 21°C. On average, it is the warmest month of the year. So be prepared and pack summer clothes. Embrace the warmth, but always stay equipped with your summer essentials to make the most of this toasty month.

The Pocket in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 162 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 13 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 230 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures April, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While February tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

The Pocket, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 25°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 162 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
SunshineSunshine 230 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Byron Bay, Australia (19 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in Australia in January

Find out more about the weather in Australia in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 The Pocket 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 25°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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