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Nelson in January
The weather in January
In January, Nelson averages daytime highs of 21° and night-time lows of 14° — mild weather by day. Expect around 85 mm of precipitation spread over about 8 wet days, with average cloud cover near 32%.
Days are 1.6° warmer than in December on average, and February brings little change. The sea averages 19°, bracing but swimmable.
January scores 81/100 — excellent conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 1st of the twelve months for Nelson.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 06:12 and sets at 21:01 local time, giving 14 h 50 min of daylight. Days shorten by 47 minutes over the month.
Why 81/100?
How the score for January is builtBeach score this month: 40/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
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Nelson in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Nelson?
January scores 81/100 for Nelson, which we rate as excellent. Average highs are 21°C with 8 wet days.
How warm is Nelson in January?
Daytime highs average 21°C and night-time lows 14°C in January.
Does it rain a lot in Nelson in January?
Nelson receives about 85 mm of precipitation in January, falling on around 8 days.
Can you swim in Nelson in January?
The sea averages 19°C in January, refreshing but swimmable.