Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Wanaka, New Zealand, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 14°C (58°F). Highs can soar to 25°C (76°F), while lows may dip to 4°C (39°F). Typically, the humidity level in Wanaka throughout January hovers around 86%.
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In January, Wanaka averages 88 mm (3.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 10 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 15 hours 6 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 26 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 34% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In January, the UV Index in Wanaka reaches a maximum of 13, 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.
| 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 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 2 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||