January Weather in Katoomba

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Katoomba, Australia, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 20°C (69°F). Highs can soar to 35°C (95°F), while lows may dip to 10°C (50°F). Typically, the humidity level in Katoomba throughout January hovers around 65%.

10°C (50°F)

Minimum temperature

20°C (69°F)

Average temperature

35°C (95°F)

Maximum temperature

65%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Katoomba averages 87 mm (3.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 13 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 5 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 20 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 39% probability of sunny days during this period.

87 mm (3.4 inches)

Precipitation

13 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 20 minutes

Sunshine hours

39%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Katoomba reaches a maximum of 15, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 5 8 12 14 15 14 11 8 4 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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