Napier weather in January

Napier, New Zealand
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January in Napier: nice, rainy, with clean air — one of the best months to visit.

#2 of 12 months in Napier · #48 of 897 destinations to visit in January · comfort 91/100 (tier S)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

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Napier climate normals — January

Daytime high24°C / 74°F😎 nice
Nighttime low16°C / 61°F
Rainfall90 mm / 3.5 in🌧 rainy
Rainy days9 days
Humidity76%💦 very humid
Dew point14°C / 57°F
Sunshine11.3 h/day
Daylight14.6 h
Wind18 km/h / 11 mph
Air quality (US AQI)26🍃 good

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Napier in January — FAQ

Is January a good time to visit Napier?
January in Napier: nice, rainy, with clean air — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #2 of 12 months for Napier on SeasonMap's comfort score (91/100).
What is the weather like in Napier in January?
In January, Napier averages a daily high of 23.6°C and a low of 16.2°C, with about 89.9 mm of rain over roughly 8.6 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Napier in January?
Napier has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 26 in January.

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