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Weather in Otago for January 2027

Your guide to Otago weather in January - trends and predictions

    Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Otago at the beginning of January is 19.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly increase, reaching an average of 19.7 °C by the end of January.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Otago experiences moderate rainfall in January, with an average of 10 rainy days and a total precipitation of 115.8 mm.

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  • Is January a good time to visit Otago? check out the best time to travel to Otago page.

Average dry days
21
Dry days
Average rainy days
10
Rainy days
Average snowy days
0
Snow days
Average temperatures
19°/7°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
11 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
70 %
Avg humidity

Otago Weather January

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December
February
Sun.Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.
1
Moderate rain
20°
2
Moderate rain
19°
3
Patchy rain possible
19°
4
Patchy rain possible
19°
5
Light rain
18°
6
Patchy rain possible
20°
7
Light rain
21°
8
Light rain
20°
9
Patchy rain possible
21°
10
Light rain
20°
11
Light rain
18°
12
Sunny
20°
13
Partly cloudy
21°
14
Light rain
22°
15
Patchy rain possible
21°
16
Patchy rain possible
21°
17
Light rain
19°
18
Patchy rain possible
19°
19
Moderate rain
17°
20
Light rain
17°
21
Patchy rain possible
19°
22
Light rain shower
21°
23
Light rain
17°
24
Patchy rain possible
17°
25
Patchy rain possible
18°
26
Light rain
19°
27
Light rain
18°
28
Patchy rain possible
19°
29
Light rain
20°
30
Patchy rain possible
22°
31
Patchy rain possible
23°

What’s the Weather Like in Otago This January?

Discover the average temperatures and weather trends across Otago’s cities this January.
Patchy rain possibleQueenstown19 °C / 7 °CPatchy rain possibleDunedin15 °C / 12 °CPatchy rain possibleWanaka17 °C / 7 °CMore Locations

Temperatures trend during January in Otago

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

January weather in Otago day by day

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December February
Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
1 Jan. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 20° /8° 11.8 mm 6
2 Jan. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 19° /9° 10.7 mm 6
3 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /8° 1.7 mm 7
4 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /8° 0.4 mm 7
5 Jan. Light rain
Light rain
 18° /7° 4.5 mm 7
6 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 20° /6° 1.8 mm 8
7 Jan. Light rain
Light rain
 21° /8° 4.3 mm 8
8 Jan. Light rain
Light rain
 20° /8° 2.9 mm 8
9 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 21° /9° 2.2 mm 7
10 Jan. Light rain
Light rain
 20° /9° 4 mm 6
11 Jan. Light rain
Light rain
 18° /9° 6.4 mm 6
12 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 20° /7° 0 mm 8
13 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 21° /6° 0.3 mm 8
14 Jan. Light rain
Light rain
 22° /8° 3.4 mm 7
15 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 21° /9° 0.2 mm 7
16 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 21° /8° 1.5 mm 7
17 Jan. Light rain
Light rain
 19° /9° 4 mm 7
18 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /8° 2.4 mm 7
19 Jan. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 17° /7° 18.9 mm 7
20 Jan. Light rain
Light rain
 17° /6° 4.1 mm 7
21 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /7° 1.6 mm 7
22 Jan. Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 21° /8° 1 mm 7
23 Jan. Light rain
Light rain
 17° /7° 9 mm 6
24 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 17° /5° 0.8 mm 6
25 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 18° /7° 1.7 mm 6
26 Jan. Light rain
Light rain
 19° /7° 4.8 mm 7
27 Jan. Light rain
Light rain
 18° /6° 6.5 mm 7
28 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /5° 1.2 mm 7
29 Jan. Light rain
Light rain
 20° /6° 3 mm 8
30 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 22° /7° 0.1 mm 8
31 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 23° /7° 0.5 mm 8
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Otago 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 Otago forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Otago in January - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Otago during January?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 19° and cooler nights around 7°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.

How much rainfall should be expected in Otago during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 115.8 mm is expected in Otago during January, occurring over more than 10 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

What are the typical wind conditions in Otago during January?
The average wind speed in Otago during January is 11 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

January rainfall patterns in Otago

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Otagos January weather 💧
Typically, Otago has 10 rainy days in January with a total of 115.8 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Otago during January

Stay informed about UV levels for safe outdoor activities throughout the month of January ☀️
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