Weather · JanuaryAustralia weather in January
Temperature, rain, what to pack, this month's events and prices
January in Australia: changeable weather. Roughly 14h 7m of daylight, with light from about 05:00 to 19:07. January isn't peak season in Australia. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.
Australia in January
January in Australia, what works
Match the plan to the forecast — a mix of indoor sights and outdoor time keeps it flexible.
What to pack: Check the forecast close to your trip and pack layers accordingly.
Holidays & events in Australia
- 1 JanuaryNew Year's Day
- 26 JanuaryAustralia Day
Sydney Festival — all January, art and performance across the city.
On public holidays banks and offices close, some sites change hours and transport shifts, but it's also the best way to see living tradition.
Thailand, Dry and clear countrywide, calm seas — peak season, book ahead.
Philippines, The best month for the islands: sun, superb visibility underwater, no typhoons.
Vietnam, The south (Ho Chi Minh, Phu Quoc) is warm and dry; the north stays cool.January in Australia, FAQ
Does it snow in Australia in January?
How many hours of daylight in Australia in January?
Is January a good time to visit Australia?
Australia — flights & hotels
Check prices for your dates. Booking early is well below the last-minute price.
Check flight prices to Australia, every airline at once.
Rates in Australia shift daily. See what your night costs now.
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Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991-2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation · Holidays: date-holidays dataset