January could be a good time to visit Nuku'alofa, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +79°F, and there are typically 1 sunny days in January. However, expect about 23 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 198 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+79°F
Avg. max. temperature
+72°F
Min.
+84°F
Max.
198 mm
Total precipitation
83%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
23 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Nuku'alofa has OK weather in January.
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Average temperature in Nuku'alofa in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Nuku'alofa for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in January is +82°F with a maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +77°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +81°F to +81°F.
Is Nuku'alofa warm or cold in January?
Nuku'alofa is typically warm in January.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +79°F to +79°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +75°F to +77°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how January is compared to other months in Nuku'alofa:
Climate in Nuku'alofa in January
Nuku'alofa weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+79°F
+79°F
+81°F
Min. temperature
+70°F
+72°F
+73°F
Max. temperature
+82°F
+84°F
+84°F
Rainfall
129 mm
198 mm
200 mm
Wind
5 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Humidity
81%
83%
84%
Air pressure
1010 HPa
1009 HPa
1008 HPa
Sunny days
1
1
1
Cloudy days
9
6
4
Rainy days
20
23
23
Snowy days
0
0
0
January weather is still as ok as in December.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +79°F for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 129 mm to 198 mm.Humidity rises from 81% to 83%.Winds are calmer in comparison to December, going down from 5 m/s to 4 m/s on average.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.
February brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Nuku'alofa in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Nuku'alofa is gradually increasing during January, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Nuku'alofa based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in January is about 336 mm, with a 84% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 90 mm, which is considered heavy rain.January is a pretty wet month with over 26 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
January is one of the rainiest months in Nuku'alofa, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Nuku'alofa wettest month is March, where a typical day has a 81% chance of precipitation and 237 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 45% chance of precipitation and 88 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last January in Nuku'alofa?
This is the weather in Nuku'alofa in January 2024:
1 January
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+81°F
2 January
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+80°F
3 January
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+81°F
4 January
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+81°F
5 January
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+79°F
6 January
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+80°F
7 January
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+81°F
8 January
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+82°F
9 January
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+83°F
10 January
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+83°F
11 January
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+82°F
12 January
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+83°F
13 January
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+84°F
14 January
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+83°F
15 January
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+83°F
16 January
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+83°F
17 January
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+82°F
18 January
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+83°F
19 January
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+83°F
20 January
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+82°F
21 January
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+82°F
22 January
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+83°F
23 January
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+82°F
24 January
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+82°F
25 January
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+82°F
26 January
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+81°F
27 January
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+81°F
28 January
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+81°F
29 January
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+81°F
30 January
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+81°F
31 January
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+81°F
In January 2024 Nuku'alofa had 4 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 21 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +82°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +79°F. The average humidity was 89%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 72%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Nuku'alofa climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Nuku'alofa in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+75°F) and the highest in 2022 (+78°F). The driest year was 1995 with only 839 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 2518 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Nuku'alofa in January:
Is January a good time to visit Nuku'alofa?
It’s always a good time to visit Nuku'alofa, 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 Nuku'alofa in January?
January is warm in Nuku'alofa. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Is Nuku'alofa rainy in January?
Nuku'alofa 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 Nuku'alofa in January?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Nuku'alofa in January, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Nuku'alofa, 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.
