Byron Bay – The Pass in January
January is outside the best season for surfing at Byron Bay – The Pass; the best time is July–September.
Plan your trip to Byron Bay – The PassEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 0.6 m on average (daily maximum)
- Air: 27°C by day, 21°C at night
- Weather: 28 sunny days, 20 rainy days
Byron Bay – The PassNew South Wales, AustraliaBeginner-friendly · ✈ BNK 23 kmWave height per month (m, average daily max)
Water temperature per month (°C)
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in January
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Noosa – Noosa RiverAustralia · 255 km away · water 26°C1.7 m waves2
Gold Coast – Snapper RocksAustralia · 53 km away · water 25°C1.2 m waves3
Burleigh HeadsAustralia · 63 km away · water 25°C1.2 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in January →Questions
Is January a good time for surfing at Byron Bay – The Pass?
January is outside the best season for surfing at Byron Bay – The Pass; the best time is July–September. Waves 0.6 m, air 27°C.
How big are the waves at Byron Bay – The Pass in January?
About 0.6 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Byron Bay – The Pass in January?
Around 27°C by day and 21°C at night, with about 28 sunny and 20 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in January?
Within 1,500 km: Noosa – Noosa River (1.7 m waves), Gold Coast – Snapper Rocks (1.2 m waves) & Burleigh Heads (1.2 m waves).