Melbourne · January
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 80°F, dipping to 60°F at night. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
Avg high / low
80° / 60°F
Humidity
64%
Rain days
11/mo
Wind
14 mph
What January feels like in Melbourne
Sunrise
05:16
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:42
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
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 Melbourne in January
The kit for January in Melbourne: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit.
January vs the surrounding months
vs December
+4° avg high
-2 rain days
Melbourne in December →
January
80°F avg high
11 rain days
Best: morning
vs February
+2° avg high
+2 rain days
Melbourne in February →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Melbourne in January?+
Morning. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
What's the average temperature in Melbourne in January?+
Average high 80°F, average low 60°F.
How does January compare to surrounding months in Melbourne?+
Compared to December (avg high 76°F), January is warmer. Compared to February (avg high 78°F), January is warmer.
Does it rain often in Melbourne in January?+
Expect about 11 measurable rain days in January, on average.