Marree in January
January is right in the heart of summer for Marree, and the weather has a definite personality this time of year.
The average daily maximum is 38.9 degrees with overnight lows of 24.2 degrees. Locals know to get things done early before the real heat kicks in.
January is 9.6 degrees warmer than the yearly average here.
You're looking at 20mm of rain across 4 days in a typical January. That's barely a sprinkle.
Solar exposure averages 29.2 MJ/m2 per day in January, with UV levels in the extreme range. Sunscreen, hat, and sunnies are all essential. You can burn in under 10 minutes.
January scores 1.0/10 on our Comfort Score. It's the tough end of the year weather-wise.
For your suitcase: light, breathable clothing, something warmer for mornings and evenings, and serious sun protection.
The full data breakdown is below. You can also see how other Australian cities compare in January.
January at a Glance
Temperature Range
Daily temperature range in January. The bar shows the typical spread between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
What to Pack
- Light, breathable clothing and a wide-brimmed hat
- High SPF sunscreen (50+), sunglasses, and UV-protective clothing
Coming From Overseas?
How January in Marree stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 31 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
About 35 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
About 29 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
How January Compares
Marree's monthly climate at a glance. January is highlighted.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 38.9 | 24.2 | 20mm | 1.0 |
| Feb | 38.4 | 23.7 | 0mm | 1.0 |
| Mar | 36.0 | 23.3 | 4mm | 2.4 |
| Apr | 26.3 | 12.6 | 1mm | 9.5 |
| May | 23.3 | 9.9 | 5mm | 10.0 |
| Jun | 18.5 | 7.0 | 13mm | 6.3 |
| Jul | 17.6 | 5.5 | 22mm | 5.8 |
| Aug | 24.7 | 10.5 | 3mm | 10.0 |
| Sep | 25.8 | 11.3 | 12mm | 9.9 |
| Oct | 32.3 | 17.2 | 6mm | 5.6 |
| Nov | 33.1 | 19.6 | 27mm | 4.8 |
| Dec | 36.5 | 22.1 | 22mm | 1.7 |