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The Pocket weather in January (Australia)

How is January weather typically in The Pocket? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In January, The Pocket usually 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. This month is typically the hottest of the year, so prepare with cool and comfortable cloths. Embrace the sunshine while keeping sun protection handy.

Precipitation

The Pocket in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 162 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 13 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 230 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

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 and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

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.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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