ClimateForecastJanuaryFebruary >>

Yorkeys Knob weather in January (Queensland, Australia)

What weather conditions can you expect in Yorkeys Knob this January? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

The month of January in Yorkeys Knob typically includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 29°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 25°C.

While these temperatures are typical, some days might be even hotter. Always be prepared for the unexpected spikes in warmth. Dressing in lightweight and breathable outfits will help you stay cool. Don't forget to stay hydrated and wear sun protection to handle the heat better.

Precipitation

Yorkeys Knob in January falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 248 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 14 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 208 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

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

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

 

Yorkeys Knob, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 46%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 248 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 68% *  
SunshineSunshine 208 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Cairns, Australia (8 KM, 5 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.

Map not visible? Whoops sorry! Please refresh the page.
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. With a water temperature of around 28°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?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Yorkeys Knob.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Australia? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Australia. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.