Wollongong weather in January (New South Wales, Australia)

What is the weather forecast for Wollongong in January? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

You’ll find the weather in Wollongong during January to be perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 25°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 19°C. The hottest month of the year invites you to embrace the warmth with suitable summer cloths. Stay cool and protected as you enjoy the sunny climate.

Precipitation

Wollongong in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 94 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 13 days of rain.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a prime time to visit Wollongong. January, April, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While June tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Wollongong, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 25°C  

Chance of Rain 42%  

Precipitation 94 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 57% *  

Data from: Nowra, Australia (56 KM, 35 Miles).

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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?

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.

What To Do

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

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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