Tom Price in January
January in Tom Price is peak summer, and the weather reflects it. You're looking at average daily highs of 39.7 degrees.
Expect the mercury to hit around 39.7 degrees during the day and settle at 25.2 degrees after dark. Enough to keep you on your toes with the wardrobe. It's the kind of heat that makes you rethink outdoor plans after 11am.
January is 8.0 degrees warmer than the yearly average here.
Rainfall in January averages 19mm 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.
Solar exposure averages 25.5 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.
With a Comfort Score of 1.0/10, January is not the most comfortable time to visit.
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
- Cotton or linen fabrics to stay cool
- High SPF sunscreen (50+), sunglasses, and UV-protective clothing
Coming From Overseas?
How January in Tom Price stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 32 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
About 36 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
About 30 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
How January Compares
Tom Price's monthly climate at a glance. January is highlighted.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 39.7 | 25.2 | 19mm | 1.0 |
| Feb | 40.6 | 25.8 | 6mm | 1.0 |
| Mar | 33.6 | 21.9 | 90mm | 3.5 |
| Apr | 31.2 | 19.5 | 4mm | 6.1 |
| May | 27.1 | 15.3 | 4mm | 8.7 |
| Jun | 23.1 | 11.9 | 79mm | 9.1 |
| Jul | 22.3 | 10.2 | 0mm | 9.7 |
| Aug | 26.8 | 12.8 | 6mm | 9.1 |
| Sep | 28.9 | 16.3 | 34mm | 7.3 |
| Oct | 34.0 | 19.0 | 24mm | 4.1 |
| Nov | 35.9 | 22.1 | 62mm | 2.0 |
| Dec | 37.4 | 24.3 | 55mm | 1.0 |