Whangamata weather in January (Waikato, New Zealand)

How is January weather typically in Whangamata? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The weather in Whangamata is usually perfect in January, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 23°C, cooling down at night to around 17°C.

Precipitation

Whangamata in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 75 mm for the month. The driest month offers ideal conditions for outdoor fun and exploration. Enjoy the dry spell without the worry of rain disruptions. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 11 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With approximately 262 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, January is one of the better months to visit Whangamata. January and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July, August and September tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Whangamata, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 23°C  

Chance of Rain 35%  

Precipitation 75 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 262 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 58% *  

* Data from: Tauranga, New Zealand (56 KM, 34 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in January

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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?

For visitors traveling to Whangamata, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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