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Adelaide in January
The weather in January
In January, Adelaide averages daytime highs of 26° and night-time lows of 17° — warm weather by day. Expect around 22 mm of precipitation spread over about 3 wet days, with average cloud cover near 21%.
Days are 2° warmer than in December on average, and February brings little change. The sea averages 21°, pleasant for a swim.
January scores 90/100 — excellent conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 4th of the twelve months for Adelaide. For the most comfortable weather, consider February, March and December instead.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 06:18 and sets at 20:33 local time, giving 14 h 15 min of daylight. Days shorten by 37 minutes over the month.
Why 90/100?
How the score for January is builtBeach score this month: 95/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
Around Adelaide this month
Adelaide Hills
Australia's best in January
Bunbury
Adelaide in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Adelaide?
January scores 90/100 for Adelaide, which we rate as excellent. Average highs are 26°C with 3 wet days.
How warm is Adelaide in January?
Daytime highs average 26°C and night-time lows 17°C in January.
Does it rain a lot in Adelaide in January?
Adelaide receives about 22 mm of precipitation in January, falling on around 3 days.
Can you swim in Adelaide in January?
The sea averages 21°C in January, warm enough for most swimmers.