January weather forecast
Hobart, Australia

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Hobart city, Australia viewed from Bellerive, with a large water body and mountains in the distance
Hobart city, Australia viewed from Bellerive, with a large water body and mountains in the distance

Weather in January

The first month of the year in Hobart, Australia experiences moderate temperatures making it a comfortable time for outdoor activities. Relative humidity ranges from 73% offering a moist climate that is neither too dry nor too damp. With daylight peaking at 14.9 hours, January is the month with the longest days of the year. The climatic conditions are fairly stable, and Hobart experiences an average of 13.2 rainy days. It is notable that the month hosts moderate wind speeds at 12.6km/h (7.8mph), ensuring a gentle breeze.

Temperature

January is the month when Hobart, Australia, experiences its warmest temperatures, averaging a high of 20.1°C (68.2°F) and a low of 11.1°C (52°F).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Hobart are January and October Rain falls for 13.2 days and accumulates 23mm (0.91") of rain.

Snowfall

In Hobart, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.

Sea temperature

In Hobart, in January, the average water temperature is 15.9°C (60.6°F).
Note: For most, swimming in 15.9°C (60.6°F) is not a pleasant activity. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Hobart, the average length of the day in January is 14h and 55min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:37 pm AEDT.

Sunshine

In Hobart, the average sunshine in January is 9h.

UV index

In Hobart, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
Updated: Jan 26, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in Hobart?

January registers as the month with the average highest temperatures, reaching 20.1°C (68.2°F) at its peak and 11.1°C (52°F) at the lowest.

What are the temperatures in Hobart in January?

The high-temperature in Hobart during January is 20.1°C (68.2°F) and the low-temperature is 11.1°C (52°F).

What are the least humid months in Hobart?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Hobart?

In January, the average relative humidity in Hobart is 73%.

What is the driest month in Hobart?

The months with the least rainfall in Hobart are January and October Rain falls for 13.2 days and accumulates 23mm (0.91") of rain.

How much does it rain in Hobart in January?

In January, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout January, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Hobart?

In Hobart, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.

What is the sea temperature in January in Hobart?

In January, the average sea temperature in Hobart is 15.9°C (60.6°F). Swimming in 15.9°C (60.6°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

How many hours of daylight does Hobart have in January?

The average day length in January is 14h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Hobart?

On the first day of January in Hobart, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 8:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:37 pm AEDT.

How long on average sun shines in January in Hobart?

The average sunshine duration in January in Hobart is 9h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Hobart?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Hobart is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Hobart, Australia

Average temperature in January - Hobart, Australia
  • Average high temperature in January: 20.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (20.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 11.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (11.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (4.8°C).

Average pressure in January
Hobart, Australia

Average pressure in January - Hobart, Australia
  • Average pressure in January: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1017.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Hobart, Australia

Average wind speed in January - Hobart, Australia
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (14.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (11.4km/h).

Average humidity in January
Hobart, Australia

Average humidity in January - Hobart, Australia
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Hobart, Australia

Average rainfall in January - Hobart, Australia
  • Average rainfall in January: 23mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and November (38mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and October (23mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Hobart, Australia

Average rainfall days in January - Hobart, Australia
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (11.4 days).

Average snowfall days in January
Hobart, Australia

Average snowfall days in January - Hobart, Australia
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Hobart, Australia

Average sea temperature in January - Hobart, Australia
  • Average sea temperature in January: 15.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (12.6°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Hobart, Australia

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hobart, Australia
  • Average daylight in January: 14h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hobart, Australia

Average sunshine days in January - Hobart, Australia
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (9.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Hobart, Australia

Average UV index in January - Hobart, Australia
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The month with the highest UV index is December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Hobart, Australia

Average cloud cover in January - Hobart, Australia
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in January
Hobart, Australia

Average visibility in January - Hobart, Australia
  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).

Hobart, Australia

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