Auckland · January
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 73°F, dipping to 63°F at night. Humidity averages 75% — the limiting factor on most runs. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
Avg high / low
73° / 63°F
Humidity
75%
Rain days
15/mo
Wind
15 mph
What January feels like in Auckland
Sunrise
05:19
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:40
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Auckland in January
The kit for January in Auckland: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a wind-blocking layer for exposed routes, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
January vs the surrounding months
vs December
+3° avg high
-4 rain days
Auckland in December →
January
73°F avg high
15 rain days
Best: morning
vs February
-1° avg high
-2 rain days
Auckland in February →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Auckland in January?+
Morning. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
What's the average temperature in Auckland in January?+
Average high 73°F, average low 63°F.
How does January compare to surrounding months in Auckland?+
Compared to December (avg high 70°F), January is warmer. Compared to February (avg high 73°F), January is cooler.
Does it rain often in Auckland in January?+
Expect about 15 measurable rain days in January, on average.