January · Australia
Best time to visit Busselton in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Busselton in January
Average temperature 24°C, 3 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 50% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
10.0/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 3 mm
- Humidity
- 50%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Busselton scores 10.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 24°C, 3 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Busselton is famous for its long wooden jetty-Geographe Bay swimming and Margaret River wine access. Best window: October-April in the Southern Hemisphere.
January in Busselton tops the year's climate scores
January averages 24°C (76°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rain is a non-issue at 3 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14 hours of daylight to work with.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Busselton at 10/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Plan for peak pricing, with 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 Busselton in January?
- In January, Busselton averages 24°C, 3 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 10.0/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Busselton?
- January earns a 10.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Busselton in January?
- Expect about 3 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 50% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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