New South Wales (Sydney)
January
Weather in New South Wales for January 2026
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 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably warm up, reaching an average of 26.3 °C by the end of January.
New South Wales experiences heavy rainfall in January, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 85.7 mm.
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4
Dry days
27
Rainy days
0
Snow days
25°/20°
Temperatures
23 km/h
Avg max wind
74 %
Avg humidity
New South Wales Weather January
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  24° | 2  24° | 3 25° | 4  25° | |||
| 5 23° | 6 24° | 7 23° | 8 24° | 9 24° | 10  26° | 11 25° |
| 12  25° | 13 26° | 14 26° | 15 26° | 16 24° | 17 25° | 18 26° |
| 19 22° | 20 22° | 21 25° | 22 25° | 23 24° | 24 26° | 25 27° |
| 26 29° | 27 26° | 28 28° | 29  25° | 30 24° | 31 25° |
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Temperatures trend during January in New South Wales
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 24° /19° | 1.8 mm | 7 | |
| 2 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 24° /19° | 1.8 mm | 8 | |
| 3 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 25° /19° | 3 mm | 8 | |
| 4 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 25° /19° | 4.4 mm | 7 | |
| 5 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 23° /19° | 6.1 mm | 7 | |
| 6 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 24° /19° | 4 mm | 8 | |
| 7 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 23° /19° | 2.4 mm | 8 | |
| 8 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 24° /19° | 3.8 mm | 8 | |
| 9 Jan. | Light rain shower | 24° /18° | 3.2 mm | 8 | |
| 10 Jan. | Sunny | 26° /19° | 3.1 mm | 8 | |
| 11 Jan. | Light rain shower | 25° /20° | 2.2 mm | 8 | |
| 12 Jan. | Cloudy | 25° /20° | 2 mm | 8 | |
| 13 Jan. | Cloudy | 26° /20° | 4.5 mm | 9 | |
| 14 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 26° /20° | 3.4 mm | 8 | |
| 15 Jan. | Cloudy | 26° /20° | 6.5 mm | 8 | |
| 16 Jan. | Light rain shower | 24° /19° | 5.4 mm | 8 | |
| 17 Jan. | Sunny | 25° /19° | 5.7 mm | 8 | |
| 18 Jan. | Cloudy | 26° /20° | 5.1 mm | 8 | |
| 19 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 22° /18° | 3.1 mm | 8 | |
| 20 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 22° /18° | 1.4 mm | 8 | |
| 21 Jan. | Sunny | 25° /17° | 0.8 mm | 8 | |
| 22 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 25° /19° | 1.6 mm | 8 | |
| 23 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 24° /19° | 1.4 mm | 8 | |
| 24 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 26° /19° | 0.9 mm | 9 | |
| 25 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 27° /20° | 0.2 mm | 8 | |
| 26 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 29° /20° | 0.3 mm | 9 | |
| 27 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 26° /20° | 1.5 mm | 8 | |
| 28 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 28° /20° | 1.3 mm | 9 | |
| 29 Jan. | Heavy rain at times | 25° /20° | 6.1 mm | 8 | |
| 30 Jan. | Light rain shower | 24° /21° | 5.9 mm | 8 | |
| 31 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 25° /20° | 0.9 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.
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 25° 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 85.7 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 23 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
January rainfall patterns in New South Wales
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UV exposure in New South Wales during January
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