January Weather in Rabaul

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Rabaul, Papua New Guinea, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (82°F). Highs can soar to 30°C (86°F), while lows may dip to 26°C (79°F). Typically, the humidity level in Rabaul throughout January hovers around 78%.

26°C (79°F)

Minimum temperature

27°C (82°F)

Average temperature

30°C (86°F)

Maximum temperature

78%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, Rabaul averages 216 mm (8.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 21 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 19 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 15 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 32% probability of sunny days during this period.

216 mm (8.5 inches)

Precipitation

21 rainy days

Rainy days

7 hours 15 minutes

Sunshine hours

32%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in Rabaul 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 4 7 11 14 15 14 10 6 3 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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