January weather forecast
Christmas Island

January falls within the heart of the wet season on Christmas Island, characterized by heavy rainfall and high humidity. This month is one of the wettest of the year, with precipitation levels often exceeding 250mm (9.84"). The temperature remains consistent with the tropical climate of the island, with averages hovering between 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F).

No specific cities exist on Christmas Island, given its small size, but the settlement of Flying Fish Cove, where most of the island's population resides, mirrors the island's general climate conditions. This period witnesses heavy cloud cover and frequent rain showers, with the possibility of occasional thunderstorms.

In comparison to December, January usually receives a higher amount of rainfall. However, the temperatures in January do not vary significantly from those in December or the upcoming month of February. This continuity of warm temperature and heavy rainfall underlines the tropical monsoon climate of the island. The days in January are typically short with around 6 hours of daylight, with sunrise around 6:30 AM and sunset by 6:30 PM. As the month progresses, daylight gradually increases.

Despite the high rainfall, January is an excellent month for bird watchers and nature enthusiasts, as the wet conditions spur wildlife activity. Nevertheless, outdoor plans may require flexibility due to potential disruptions from rain showers.

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• Flying Fish Cove - January »
  In Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island, during January, the rain falls for 22.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 94mm (3.7") of precipitation. January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island.
• Christmas Island - January »
  The months with the highest UV index in Christmas Island are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Christmas Island.
• Drumsite - January »
  January is the least humid month in Drumsite with an average relative humidity of 78%. The transition into January in Drumsite marks the average high-temperature at a still warm 28.1°C (82.6°F), differing minimally from December's 27.8°C (82°F).
• South Point - January »
  The least humid month in South Point is January, with an average relative humidity of 78%. The months with the highest UV index in South Point, Christmas Island, are January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 7.