January · Australia
Best time to visit Phillip Island in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Phillip Island in January
Average temperature 19°C, 73 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.9/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 73 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Phillip Island scores 8.9/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 19°C, 73 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Phillip Island is famous for little penguin parades-coastal cliffs and wildlife day trips from Melbourne. Best window: November through March in the Southern Hemisphere.
January is one of the strongest months in Phillip Island (4th)
Trail conditions at 19°C (66°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in January; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
Budget for roughly 73 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.4 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Phillip Island at 8.9/10 (4th of 12), just behind February at 9.7/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Phillip Island in January?
- In January, Phillip Island averages 19°C, 73 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.9/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Phillip Island?
- January earns a 8.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Phillip Island in January?
- Expect about 73 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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