January · Australia
Best time to visit Katherine in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Katherine in January
Average temperature 28°C, 271 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
4.4/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 271 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
January in Katherine scores 4.4/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 271 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Katherine is the Top End town for Nitmiluk Gorge-river cruises between red sandstone cliffs. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
January in Katherine: expect compromises
January averages 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 82%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
271 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 4.4/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 9.6/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? July scores 5.2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Katherine in January?
- In January, Katherine averages 28°C, 271 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.4/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Katherine?
- January earns a 4.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Katherine in January?
- Expect about 271 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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