January · Australia
Best time to visit Exmouth in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Exmouth in January
Average temperature 29°C, 5 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 64% 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
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 5 mm
- Humidity
- 64%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Exmouth scores 10.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 29°C, 5 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Exmouth opens Ningaloo Reef for whale-shark swims and Cape Range coastal snorkel days. Best window: the drier Southern Hemisphere months.
January in Exmouth — the year's strongest window
Days in January average 29°C (83°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
At just 5 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.2 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Exmouth 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.
Expect 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 Exmouth in January?
- In January, Exmouth averages 29°C, 5 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 Exmouth?
- 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 Exmouth in January?
- Expect about 5 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 64% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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