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Christchurch in January
The weather in January
In January, Christchurch averages daytime highs of 21° and night-time lows of 13° — mild weather by day. Expect around 41 mm of precipitation spread over about 8 wet days, with average cloud cover near 39%.
Days are 1.6° warmer than in December on average, and February brings little change. The sea averages 17°, too cold for most swimmers.
January scores 79/100 — good conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 3rd of the twelve months for Christchurch.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 06:07 and sets at 21:11 local time, giving 15 h 04 min of daylight. Days shorten by 52 minutes over the month.
Why 79/100?
How the score for January is builtBeach score this month: 33/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
Around Christchurch this month
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Christchurch in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Christchurch?
January scores 79/100 for Christchurch, which we rate as good. Average highs are 21°C with 8 wet days.
How warm is Christchurch in January?
Daytime highs average 21°C and night-time lows 13°C in January.
Does it rain a lot in Christchurch in January?
Christchurch receives about 41 mm of precipitation in January, falling on around 8 days.
Can you swim in Christchurch in January?
The sea averages 17°C in January, cold for most swimmers.