January · Australia
Best time to visit Nitmiluk Gorge in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nitmiluk Gorge 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 Nitmiluk Gorge 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.
Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge is a series of sandstone canyons best seen by boat or canoe. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
January in Nitmiluk Gorge: expect compromises
Days in January average 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 82% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 271 mm, but with about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 4.4/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9.6/10 for the best month here.
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.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Nitmiluk Gorge — 5.2 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nitmiluk Gorge in January?
- In January, Nitmiluk Gorge 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 Nitmiluk Gorge?
- 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 Nitmiluk Gorge 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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