January Weather in Karratha

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Karratha, Australia, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 30°C (87°F). Highs can soar to 37°C (100°F), while lows may dip to 26°C (79°F). Typically, the humidity level in Karratha throughout January hovers around 69%.

26°C (79°F)

Minimum temperature

30°C (87°F)

Average temperature

37°C (100°F)

Maximum temperature

69%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Karratha averages 42 mm (1.7 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 4 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 13 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 0 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 70% probability of sunny days during this period.

42 mm (1.7 inches)

Precipitation

4 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 0 minutes

Sunshine hours

70%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Karratha reaches a maximum of 15, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, 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 3 7 10 13 15 14 12 8 4 2 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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