If you plan to visit Auckland in January, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +72°F during the day and approximately 3 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 18 rainy days in the month and around 89 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
January is usually the driest month of the year in Auckland
Average weather
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+72°F
Avg. max. temperature
+52°F
Min.
+84°F
Max.
89 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Auckland has OK weather in January.
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Average temperature in Auckland in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Auckland for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +79°F during the day to a minimum of +57°F during the night, the temperature in January averages around +73°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 8% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +73°F to +72°F.
Is Auckland warm or cold in January?
Auckland is typically mild in January.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +70°F to +72°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +61°F to +63°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
January is one of the warmest months in Auckland, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Auckland in January
Water in Auckland in January is Fresh. It varies from +64°F to +73°F, with an average of +69°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +72°F.
The water temperature in January is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Auckland are reached in February, when the average sea temperature rises to +70°F. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +58°F.
Can you swim in Auckland in January?
Water temperature (+69°F) in Auckland in January might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Auckland in January
Auckland weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+70°F
+72°F
+73°F
Min. temperature
+50°F
+52°F
+52°F
Max. temperature
+81°F
+84°F
+82°F
Rainfall
103 mm
89 mm
79 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+65°F
+69°F
+70°F
Humidity
76%
75%
75%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1014 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
2
3
3
Cloudy days
8
10
8
Rainy days
20
18
17
Snowy days
0
0
0
January weather is still as ok as in December.It’s getting warmer as January arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +70°F to +72°F during the day.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 103 mm to 89 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 76% to 75%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 4 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in January, from 2 to 3.
February brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Auckland in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Auckland is gradually increasing during January, going from 5 m/s to 9 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Auckland based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 71% chance of rain on an average day in January, with total rainfall of approximately 560 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 187 mm, which is considered heavy rain.January is a pretty wet month with over 22 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Auckland wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 65% chance of precipitation and 126 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 59% chance of precipitation and 79 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last January in Auckland?
This is the weather in Auckland in January 2023:
1 January
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+73°F
2 January
🌧️
+71°F
3 January
🌧️
+73°F
4 January
🌧️
+68°F
5 January
🌧️
+68°F
6 January
🌧️
+69°F
7 January
🌧️
+76°F
8 January
🌧️
+79°F
9 January
🌧️
+77°F
10 January
🌧️
+68°F
11 January
🌧️
+69°F
12 January
☁️
+71°F
13 January
🌧️
+72°F
14 January
🌧️
+72°F
15 January
☁️
+74°F
16 January
☁️
+75°F
17 January
☀️
+73°F
18 January
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+77°F
19 January
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+78°F
20 January
☀️
+77°F
21 January
☀️
+77°F
22 January
☀️
+78°F
23 January
☀️
+75°F
24 January
☀️
+74°F
25 January
☀️
+75°F
26 January
🌧️
+75°F
27 January
🌧️
+73°F
28 January
🌧️
+76°F
29 January
🌧️
+72°F
30 January
🌧️
+71°F
31 January
🌧️
+72°F
In January 2023 Auckland had 9 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 18 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +73°F, with an absolute maximum of +79°F and a minimum of +68°F. The average humidity was 73%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 53%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Auckland climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Auckland in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+62°F) and the highest in 2022 (+69°F). The driest year was 1993 with only 852 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 2571 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Auckland in January:
Is January a good time to visit Auckland?
It’s always a good time to visit Auckland, but the weather is changeable in January, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Auckland in January?
January has mild temperatures in Auckland. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Auckland in January?
In general, you can swim in Auckland in January, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +69°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Auckland rainy in January?
Auckland is often rainy in January. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Auckland in January?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Auckland in January, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in New Zealand
Check out the weather for other cities in New Zealand.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Auckland, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
