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Alotau in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Alotau in January 2027? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether January is a good month to travel to Alotau, Papua New Guinea.

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Alotau in January 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Alotau in January in summary
Fair weather
Min 27°C Max 30°C 268 mm 15 day(s) 80% 37% 30°C UV 7 12.2 h/day
Best activities in January
Beach and swimmingDiving and snorkelingWatersportsBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 05:48 18:27
Hourly weather

Average weather in Alotau in January 2027

Fair weather

The weather in Alotau in January 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in January. This allows you to forecast the weather in January 2027. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Alotau in January

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Alotau in January.

Temperatures and rain in Alotau in January

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in January.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of January is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Alotau in January

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Alotau in January

Check the seasonal normals in Alotau in January and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
January
Weather data December January February
Outside temperature
Average temperature 27.9°C 28.1°C 28.0°C
Maximum temperature 29.4°C 29.6°C 29.6°C
Minimum temperature 26.5°C 26.6°C 26.4°C
Record maximum temperature 32.0°C
(2018)
32.0°C
(2013)
33.0°C
(2019)
Record low temperature 23.0°C
(2012)
24.0°C
(2009)
21.0°C
(2013)
Number of days at +30° 14 day(s)
(45%)
18 day(s)
(58%)
16 day(s)
(55%)
Number of days at +18° 31 day(s)
(100%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
28 day(s)
(97%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 28.9°C 29.3°C 29.0°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 27.8°C 28.4°C 27.7°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 30.0°C 30.0°C 30.1°C
Wind
Wind speed 10 km/h 10 km/h 9 km/h
Wind temperature 26.5°C 26.6°C 26.4°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 183.1 mm 268.3 mm 270.9 mm
Number of days with precipitation 21 day(s)
(68%)
24 day(s)
(77%)
22 day(s)
(76%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 11 day(s)
(34%)
15 day(s)
(48%)
13 day(s)
(46%)
Record precipitation in one day 47.3 mm
(2011)
99.0 mm
(2018)
102.5 mm
(2012)
Other weather data
Humidity 81% 80% 80%
Visibility 9.4 km 9.2 km 9.1 km
Cloud cover 32% 37% 35%
UV index 7 7 7
Daily sunshine 12h 12h 12h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h32 05h48 05h59
Sunset time 18h15 18h27 18h25
Day length 12h43 12h39 12h26
Our opinion on the climate in January
The review of Where And When favourable weather fair weather fair weather
Activities and events

What to do in Alotau in January?

Best activities in January
Beach and swimmingDiving and snorkelingWatersportsBoat trip and cruise
Possible activities in January
Animal observationNature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Alotau in January last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Alotau in January 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
26°C29°C1.6 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C2.8 mm
3
Light rain shower
26°C27°C6.6 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C0.5 mm
5
Clear/Sunny
26°C30°C1.7 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
26°C29°C0.8 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
26°C31°C0.2 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C2.1 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C5.0 mm
10
Light rain shower
26°C27°C4.8 mm
11
Light rain shower
26°C29°C5.7 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C4.1 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C4.3 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C2.9 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
26°C29°C4.0 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C5.6 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C1.8 mm
18
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C2.9 mm
19
Light rain shower
26°C28°C2.7 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C1.7 mm
21
Clear/Sunny
26°C30°C0.0 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C0.1 mm
23
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C0.5 mm
24
Cloudy
27°C30°C0.1 mm
25
Partly Cloudy
26°C29°C0.4 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
26°C30°C1.4 mm
27
Partly Cloudy
27°C30°C0.8 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
27°C30°C0.1 mm
29
Clear/Sunny
26°C31°C0.0 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
27°C30°C1.8 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
27°C30°C0.5 mm
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Where to go near Alotau in January?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Alotau in January: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

It's an average period, nothing special. Conditions are mediocre in Alotau in January, which ranks this month 9th out of 12. The choice of region will make a real difference.

Expect an average of 30°C during the day and 27°C at night, with about 268 mm of precipitation spread over 15 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 29°C on average in January, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 12.2 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Beach and swimming, Diving and snorkeling, Watersports and Boat trip and cruise. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in Moderate crowds, with an index of 40/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Alotau are: April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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