Where to go in January
January is peak season for escaping the northern winter: warm, dry days in the tropics and the southern hemisphere, and the best time of year to plan the rest of your travels.
Places are ranked by their typical weather in January (comfortable daily highs and little rain) and by traveler ratings. Public holidays are listed with each place, as museums, shops and offices may be closed and popular places can be busy on them. Climate data from Meteostat.
8 places have good weather in January in Oceania, showing the top 8.
Great Ocean Road
4.22
Dramatic coastal drive featuring Twelve Apostles rock formations and rainforest meeting ocean.
Cradle Mountain
4.24
Iconic peak in Tasmania's wilderness landscape, rich in cultural history and natural beauty.
Tongariro National Park
4.27
Tongariro Alpine crossing past volcanic peaks.
Lake Matheson
4.17
Mirror lake reflecting Southern Alps, cultural heritage, and natural wonder.
Queenstown
4.29
Adventure sports capital with lake and mountain setting
Kaikoura
4.2
Coastal town with marine wildlife
Melbourne
4.12
Cultural capital with street art laneways, Victorian architecture, coffee culture, and sporting events.
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Moeraki Boulders
3.83
Spherical beach rocks with legends.