Broome in January

If January is your window for visiting Broome, here's what the climate data says you can expect.

Expect the mercury to hit around 30.8 degrees during the day and settle at 28.7 degrees after dark. The temperature stays pretty consistent through the day. Warm days and warm nights. It doesn't cool down much, even after sunset.

January's temperature is very close to the annual average for Broome.

Rainfall in January averages 6mm over about 3 days. That means roughly a 10% chance of rain on any given day, so you can leave the umbrella at the hotel.

Sunshine-wise, January delivers around 25.4 MJ/m2 of daily solar radiation. UV sits in the extreme category. Sunscreen, hat, and sunnies are all essential. You can burn in under 10 minutes.

The Comfort Score is 5.8/10 for January. It's fine, but not the highlight of the calendar.

For your suitcase: light, breathable clothing, and serious sun protection.

The sea breeze usually kicks in by early afternoon in January, which is genuinely welcome. It can knock 3 to 5 degrees off the feels-like temperature.

The full data breakdown is below. You can also see how other Australian cities compare in January.