January Weather in Port Hedland

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Port Hedland, Australia, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 30°C (87°F). Highs can soar to 38°C (101°F), while lows may dip to 26°C (79°F). Typically, the humidity level in Port Hedland throughout January hovers around 68%.

26°C (79°F)

Minimum temperature

30°C (87°F)

Average temperature

38°C (101°F)

Maximum temperature

68%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Port Hedland averages 62 mm (2.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 4 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 11 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 55 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 61% probability of sunny days during this period.

62 mm (2.5 inches)

Precipitation

4 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 55 minutes

Sunshine hours

61%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Port Hedland 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 2 4 7 11 14 15 15 12 8 4 2 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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