Aoraki/Mount Cook weather in January
Mild and comfortable, with regular rainfall. Average highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C, with around 16 rainy days expected throughout the month.
While January isn't our top-rated month for Aoraki/Mount Cook, it has its own appeal — typically lower prices, fewer crowds, and a more local feel.
Average high
18°C
Average low
9°C
Rainy days
16 days
Best months to visit
Year-round
What to do in Aoraki/Mount Cook in January
Whatever the weather, Aoraki/Mount Cook rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Hike to Hooker Valley for close-up glacier and lake views
Photograph Mount Cook reflected in Lake Pukaki
Stargaze in the Dark Sky Reserve
Take a scenic flight over the Southern Alps
Visit the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
Walk shorter trails near the village for alpine views
What to pack for January
Layer up — a mid-weight jacket, jumpers, and comfortable trousers. Waterproof shoes are recommended. Scarves and gloves may be useful in the evenings.
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January (you are here)
18C
Mild and comfortable, with regular rainfall.
February
17C
Cool, with some rainy days.
March
16C
Cool, with some rainy days.
April
12C
Cool, with some rainy days.
May
9C
Cold, with regular rainfall.
June
5C
Cold, with some rainy days.
July
4C
Cold, with regular rainfall.
August
4C
Cold, with regular rainfall.
September
6C
Cold, with some rainy days.
October
8C
Cold, with regular rainfall.
November
11C
Cool, with regular rainfall.
December
16C
Cool, with regular rainfall.
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