January weather forecast
El Cajon, CA

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Weather in January

January in El Cajon, California, manifests a mild climate which is chilly but not excessively cold, merging well with post-holiday routines. The climatic conditions are favorable for many outdoor endeavors, despite the presence of some cloud cover. Outdoor activities find greater acceptance, owing to the longer sunlight hours. Comparatively fewer rainy days ensure that weather interruptions to planned events are minimized. Interestingly, the temperature from 65.8°F (18.8°C) to 48.4°F (9.1°C) and highest wind speed of 8.3mph (13.4km/h) reflect the lowest climatic extremes for the city in the peak of the winter season.

Temperature

The average high-temperature during January registers at a still enjoyable 65.8°F (18.8°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. During January, El Cajon witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 55%.

Rainfall

In El Cajon, in January, during 5.2 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 56.1 rainfall days, and 8.27" (210mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of January, in El Cajon, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:19 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 6.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in El Cajon, is 65.8°F (18.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 48.4°F (9.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 55%.

How much does it rain in January?

In El Cajon, in January, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In El Cajon, the average day length in January is 10h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:19 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does El Cajon have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In El Cajon, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
El Cajon, CA

Average temperature in January - El Cajon, CA
  • Average high temperature in January: 65.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (63.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 48.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (47.8°F).

Average pressure in January
El Cajon, CA

Average pressure in January - El Cajon, CA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
El Cajon, CA

Average wind speed in January - El Cajon, CA
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
El Cajon, CA

Average humidity in January - El Cajon, CA
  • Average humidity in January: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (53%).

Average rainfall in January
El Cajon, CA

Average rainfall in January - El Cajon, CA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.04").

Average rainfall days in January
El Cajon, CA

Average rainfall days in January - El Cajon, CA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.4 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
El Cajon, CA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - El Cajon, CA
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
El Cajon, CA

Average sunshine days in January - El Cajon, CA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 25.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (27.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.9 days).

Average UV index in January
El Cajon, CA

Average UV index in January - El Cajon, CA
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in January
El Cajon, CA

Average cloud cover in January - El Cajon, CA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in January
El Cajon, CA

Average visibility in January - El Cajon, CA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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