Monthly climate guide
Alice Springs weather in January
Expect very hot weather in Alice Springs in January: afternoons reach about 37°C (99°F), while nights drop to around 23°C (73°F). Around 51 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- It's wetter than a typical month in Alice Springs — roughly 173% more rain than average.
- Alice Springs is usually about 2°C cooler than Yulara, 340 km away, in January.
- Expect a big gap between day and night — about 14°C.
- In Alice Springs, January is mid-summer — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
January is typically Alice Springs's warmest month.It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Avg high
37°C
99°F
Avg low
23°C
73°F
Rainfall
51 mm
some rain
Humidity
35%
relative
Sky
47%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Alice Springs weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°C / 99°F | 23°C / 73°F | 51 mm | 35% | 47% |
| February | 36°C / 97°F | 21°C / 70°F | 34 mm | 34% | 35% |
| March | 34°C / 93°F | 19°C / 67°F | 31 mm | 37% | 32% |
| April | 30°C / 85°F | 15°C / 59°F | 13 mm | 36% | 28% |
| May | 24°C / 76°F | 10°C / 50°F | 9 mm | 43% | 26% |
| June | 21°C / 69°F | 6°C / 43°F | 3 mm | 49% | 23% |
| July | 21°C / 71°F | 6°C / 42°F | 7 mm | 44% | 15% |
| August | 24°C / 76°F | 7°C / 45°F | 1 mm | 33% | 9% |
| September | 30°C / 85°F | 12°C / 54°F | 5 mm | 26% | 18% |
| October | 34°C / 93°F | 16°C / 62°F | 8 mm | 24% | 29% |
| November | 36°C / 97°F | 20°C / 68°F | 20 mm | 26% | 41% |
| December | 37°C / 98°F | 22°C / 72°F | 42 mm | 32% | 50% |
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is January a good time to visit Alice Springs?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Alice Springs →Other Australia cities in January
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Alice Springs in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Alice Springs?
It can be, if you like heat: January highs in Alice Springs are around 37°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
How warm is Alice Springs in January?
Average highs are about 37°C (99°F) and average lows about 23°C (73°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Alice Springs in January?
Alice Springs typically gets around 51 mm of rain in January — some rain. It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Alice Springs (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.