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Christchurch weather in January

Long-run climate averages for Christchurch, New Zealand in January, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

January at a glance

In January, Christchurch averages 21°C by day and 14°C at night. The wettest month is usually July.

January in Christchurch averages a daytime high of 21°C and an overnight low of 14°C, which reads as mild for this part of the world. It is among the three warmest months of the year here. Across the whole year Christchurch sees roughly 654 mm of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Christchurch forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Christchurch weather by month

what to expect in Christchurch through the year

Here is Christchurch's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Christchurch by season.

Jan
21°
14°
Mild
Feb
22°
14°
Warm
Mar
19°
11°
Mild
Apr
17°
10°
Mild
May
14°
Cool
Jun
12°
Cool
Jul
11°
Cool
Wettest
Aug
12°
Cool
Sep
15°
Mild
Oct
16°
Mild
Nov
18°
10°
Mild
Dec
21°
13°
Mild

Common questions

How warm is Christchurch in January?
Christchurch averages a daytime high of 21°C in January, with overnight lows around 14°C. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is January a good time to visit Christchurch?
The most comfortable time to visit Christchurch is usually January, February, March and April, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest July rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Christchurch in January?
The wettest month in Christchurch is usually July. Across the year the city sees roughly 654 mm of precipitation.

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