January · Australia
Best time to visit Carnarvon in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Carnarvon in January
Average temperature 28°C, 0 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 62% 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
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 0 mm
- Humidity
- 62%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Carnarvon scores 10.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 28°C, 0 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Carnarvon is a Gascoyne outback-coast town-banana plantations and a gateway toward Shark Bay. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.
January in Carnarvon tops the year's climate scores
Days in January average 28°C (82°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
At just 0 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.4 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Carnarvon at 10/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.
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 Carnarvon in January?
- In January, Carnarvon averages 28°C, 0 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 Carnarvon?
- 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 Carnarvon in January?
- Expect about 0 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 62% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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