January · Australia
Best time to visit Bondi Beach in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Bondi Beach in January
Average temperature 23°C, 129 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.1/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 129 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Bondi Beach scores 8.1/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 23°C, 129 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Bondi Beach's crescent sand and coastal walk sit minutes from central Sydney.
January in Bondi Beach — reliably good (3rd best month)
With 23°C (73°F) on average, January delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
129 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 8.1/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 8.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Bondi Beach in January?
- In January, Bondi Beach averages 23°C, 129 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.1/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Bondi Beach?
- January earns a 8.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Bondi Beach in January?
- Expect about 129 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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