Perth · January
Run in the morning.
Average high is 86°F with a 66°F overnight low. Dry month — only 3 measurable rain days on average. Dry heat climbs fast after sunrise — get out in the cooler morning hours.
Avg high / low
86° / 66°F
Humidity
53%
Rain days
3/mo
Wind
19 mph
What January feels like in Perth
Sunrise
05:26
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:24
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Heat peaks here. Skip unless you've got shade and pace tolerance.
Evening
Cools off after sunset but still warm. Good for easy efforts; avoid hard intervals if you're chasing pace.
What to wear running in Perth in January
The kit for January in Perth: light, breathable, and moisture-wicking — singlet or short-sleeve only, a wind-blocking layer for exposed routes.
January vs the surrounding months
vs December
+3° avg high
0 rain days
Perth in December →
January
86°F avg high
3 rain days
Best: morning
vs February
0° avg high
-1 rain days
Perth in February →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Perth in January?+
Morning. Dry heat climbs fast after sunrise — get out in the cooler morning hours.
What's the average temperature in Perth in January?+
Average high 86°F, average low 66°F.
How does January compare to surrounding months in Perth?+
Compared to December (avg high 83°F), January is warmer. Compared to February (avg high 86°F), January is cooler.
Does it rain often in Perth in January?+
Expect about 3 measurable rain days in January, on average.