January · Australia
Best time to visit Katoomba in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Katoomba in January
Average temperature 19°C, 142 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.1/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 142 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Katoomba scores 8.1/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 19°C, 142 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Katoomba is the Blue Mountains cliff town-Three Sisters lookouts, misty eucalyptus, and Scenic World rides. Best window: November through March in the Southern Hemisphere.
January holds up well in Katoomba — 6th best month
Trail conditions at 19°C (67°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in January; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
142 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 8.1/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 9.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Katoomba in January?
- In January, Katoomba averages 19°C, 142 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.1/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Katoomba?
- 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 Katoomba in January?
- Expect about 142 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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