What to pack for Auckland in January
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 76%; max daily wind around 24 km/h.
How January compares
Best months in Auckland: January–April. See the full best time to visit Auckland guide.
Auckland in January: the details
In January, Auckland sees average daytime highs of 23°C (73°F) and overnight lows of 18°C (64°F). Rainfall totals roughly 96 mm across 11.5 rainy days, and the sun shines about 11.8 hours per day with 14.3 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 76%.
In context: January is the second-warmest month and the 9th-wettest in Auckland. The sunniest month is January (11.8 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 23°C / 73°F |
| Overnight low | 18°C / 64°F |
| Rainfall | 96 mm over 11.5 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 11.8 h/day (14.3 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 76% |
| Travel score | 9.0 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Auckland, New Zealand (-36.85, 174.76) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Auckland in January?
Daytime highs in Auckland in January average 23°C (73°F); nights drop to about 18°C.
Does it rain in Auckland in January?
Expect around 11.5 rainy days and 96 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Auckland?
January is one of the best months to visit Auckland. Overall travel score: 9.0/10. The best months are January–April.
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