New South Wales (Sydney)
January
Weather in New South Wales for January 2027
Your guide to New South Wales weather in January - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in New South Wales at the beginning of January is 24.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 26.1 °C by the end of January.
New South Wales experiences heavy rainfall in January, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 93.9 mm.
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4
Dry days
27
Rainy days
0
Snow days
24°/20°
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25 km/h
Avg max wind
74 %
Avg humidity
New South Wales Weather January
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What’s the Weather Like in New South Wales This January?
Discover the average temperatures and weather trends across New South Wales’s cities this January.
Temperatures trend during January in New South Wales
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January weather in New South Wales day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 Jan. |  Light rain shower | 23° /18° | 1.9 mm | 7 | |
| 2 Jan. |  Partly cloudy | 24° /19° | 1.5 mm | 9 | |
| 3 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 25° /19° | 2.6 mm | 8 | |
| 4 Jan. |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 25° /19° | 4 mm | 8 | |
| 5 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 24° /19° | 5.6 mm | 9 | |
| 6 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 24° /19° | 3.4 mm | 9 | |
| 7 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 24° /19° | 2 mm | 9 | |
| 8 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 25° /19° | 3.2 mm | 9 | |
| 9 Jan. | Light rain shower | 25° /19° | 2.7 mm | 9 | |
| 10 Jan. |  Sunny | 27° /19° | 2.6 mm | 9 | |
| 11 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 25° /20° | 1.9 mm | 7 | |
| 12 Jan. |  Cloudy | 24° /19° | 2.4 mm | 7 | |
| 13 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 26° /20° | 3.9 mm | 9 | |
| 14 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 26° /20° | 3.3 mm | 8 | |
| 15 Jan. | Light rain shower | 26° /19° | 6.5 mm | 8 | |
| 16 Jan. | Light rain shower | 24° /19° | 5.3 mm | 8 | |
| 17 Jan. | Sunny | 24° /19° | 10.6 mm | 7 | |
| 18 Jan. | Cloudy | 26° /20° | 5.1 mm | 8 | |
| 19 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 22° /18° | 2.9 mm | 7 | |
| 20 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 22° /18° | 1.6 mm | 8 | |
| 21 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 24° /17° | 0.8 mm | 9 | |
| 22 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 25° /18° | 1.4 mm | 8 | |
| 23 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 23° /19° | 1.1 mm | 9 | |
| 24 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 26° /19° | 0.7 mm | 9 | |
| 25 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 27° /20° | 0.2 mm | 9 | |
| 26 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /20° | 0.3 mm | 9 | |
| 27 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 26° /20° | 1.2 mm | 9 | |
| 28 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 27° /19° | 1.1 mm | 9 | |
| 29 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 25° /20° | 5.1 mm | 9 | |
| 30 Jan. | Light rain shower | 25° /20° | 4.9 mm | 8 | |
| 31 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 25° /20° | 0.8 mm | 8 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for New South Wales in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the New South Wales forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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New South Wales in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in New South Wales during January?
During January, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 24° and lows near 20°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in New South Wales during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in New South Wales during January, with a total of 93.9 mm spread over approximately 27 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
What are the typical wind conditions in New South Wales during January?
The average wind speed in New South Wales during January is 25 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
New South Wales water temperatures in January
The average water temperature of the Pacific Ocean near New South Wales in January is 21 °C. At the beginning of January temperatures are around 21.1 °C; by the end of the month they stay fairly steady and reach 20.9 °C.
- What is the water temperature in New South Wales in January?
- The average water temperature in New South Wales in January is 21 °C.
- Can you swim in New South Wales in January?
- Refreshing and invigorating. Expect to feel chilled after 10–20 minutes; a shorty wetsuit extends water time, especially at dawn.
January rainfall patterns in New South Wales
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Typically, New South Wales has 27 rainy days in January with a total of 93.9 mm of rainfall.
UV exposure in New South Wales during January
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Counties in New South Wales
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Armidale RegionalBathurst RegionalBlue Mountains MunicipalityBourkeBroken Hill MunicipalityByron ShireCampbelltown MunicipalityCentral CoastCessnockCity of SydneyClarence ValleyCoffs HarbourEurobodallaFairfieldGoulburn MulwareeGriffithHilltopsHornsby ShireInverellKiamaKu-ring-gaiLismore MunicipalityMaitland MunicipalityMid-CoastMid-Western RegionalMurray RiverMuswellbrookNewcastleNorthern BeachesOrange MunicipalityParkesParramattaPort Macquarie-HastingsRichmond ValleySnowy Monaro RegionalTamworth MunicipalityWestern Plains RegionalWingecarribeeWollongong
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