January · Australia
Best time to visit Port Macquarie in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Port Macquarie in January
Average temperature 24°C, 252 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
7.1/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 252 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Port Macquarie scores 7.1/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 24°C, 252 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Port Macquarie pairs koala hospital fame with river beaches and a coastal walk south of Coffs. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
January in Port Macquarie: strong conditions, 5th of 12
With 24°C (75°F) on average, January delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 252 mm, but with about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 7.1/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 8.4/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Port Macquarie in January?
- In January, Port Macquarie averages 24°C, 252 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.1/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Port Macquarie?
- January earns a 7.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Port Macquarie in January?
- Expect about 252 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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