January Weather in Wollongong

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Wollongong, Australia, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 22°C (72°F). Highs can soar to 29°C (84°F), while lows may dip to 18°C (65°F). Typically, the humidity level in Wollongong throughout January hovers around 70%.

18°C (65°F)

Minimum temperature

22°C (72°F)

Average temperature

29°C (84°F)

Maximum temperature

70%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Wollongong averages 57 mm (2.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 9 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 9 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 22 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 46% probability of sunny days during this period.

57 mm (2.2 inches)

Precipitation

9 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 22 minutes

Sunshine hours

46%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Wollongong reaches a maximum of 14, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, 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 2 5 8 11 14 14 13 11 7 4 2 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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