Rockhampton in January
6.9out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Hot: daytime highs around 31°C. Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days.
31°CAvg high
23°CAvg low
11Rainy days (100 mm)
13:17 hDaylight
05:29Sunrise · 18:46 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 31°C
- Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.1 days)
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in January varies a lot between years (±4.1 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 23°C | 100 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.9 |
| February | 31°C | 22°C | 121 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.9 |
| March | 30°C | 21°C | 75 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.8 |
| April | 28°C | 18°C | 41 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.5 |
| May | 26°C | 15°C | 26 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| June | 23°C | 12°C | 29 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| July | 23°C | 11°C | 24 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.8 |
| August | 24°C | 11°C | 22 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.8 |
| September | 27°C | 14°C | 20 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| October | 29°C | 18°C | 34 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.5 |
| November | 30°C | 20°C | 51 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.9 |
| December | 31°C | 22°C | 85 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Rockhampton in January?
Daytime highs average 31°C and nights about 23°C.
When is the best time to visit Rockhampton?
The best months are July, August, September, June.