Is January a good month to visit Palmerston North?

January sits in the summer period, so trip quality depends on your preferred weather, crowd levels, and pace.

What should I pack for Palmerston North in January?

Average highs around 21.8C and lows near 13.5C. Pack flexible layers for changing daytime and evening temperatures.

What weather should I expect in Palmerston North during January?

January typically averages around 17.7C, with about 97.2mm of rain across 12 days.

Palmerston North, New Zealand

Palmerston North in January

Palmerston North, New Zealand

Visiting Palmerston North in January means experiencing the summer. During summer, Palmerston North offers warm weather, long days, and outdoor activities.

SeasonSummer

Travel StyleArt & Cultural Deep Dive

Cost$$$$

Weather in Palmerston North in January

Average highs around 21.8C and lows near 13.5C. 97.2mm average precipitation and about 12 rainy days. January typically sits between December and February conditions, so it is useful for travelers wanting a balanced window in Palmerston North. Pack flexible layers for changing daytime and evening temperatures.

Avg High21.8C

Avg Low13.5C

Rainy Days12

Precipitation97.2mm

Daylight14.7h/day

Sunshine11.6h/day

Wind21.9 km/h

UVmoderate

Humiditymoderate

Temperature

January brings summer conditions in Palmerston North, New Zealand. The average temperature is about 17.7C, with lows near 13.5C and highs around 21.8C.

Sunshine Hours

Palmerston North, New Zealand usually gets around 11.6 hours of sunshine per day in January, with roughly 14.7 daylight hours available for sightseeing.