January weather forecast
La Quinta, CA

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The old town of La Quinta, California, at the base of the vast Santa Rosa Mountains
The old town of La Quinta, California, at the base of the vast Santa Rosa Mountains

Weather in January

Temperatures in La Quinta typically mark the beginning of the year with a cool and comfortable tone. In stark contrast to the sweltering summer season to come, January brings with it an average low temperature at night of 44.4°F (6.9°C). Following the cool nights, the city is greeted to relatively mild days marked by temperatures peaking at an average 60.3°F (15.7°C). A relatively stable weather pattern for this month results in consistent wind speeds and low cloud coverage which contributes to average daylight hours of 10.2. It is the combination of the mentioned factors that delivers a serene weather experience during the month.

Temperature

The unfolding of January shows an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 60.3°F (15.7°C), indicating a slight variance from December's 58.1°F (14.5°C). La Quinta observes an average nighttime temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) during January.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in La Quinta is 45%.

Rainfall

In La Quinta, California, in January, during 4.3 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in La Quinta, there are 51.6 rainfall days, and 6.06" (154mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In La Quinta, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 13min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:14 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in La Quinta is 7.2h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during January translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average January temperature in La Quinta?

The average high-temperature, in January, in La Quinta, is 60.3°F (15.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in La Quinta?

The average relative humidity in January is 45%.

How many days does it rain in January in La Quinta?

In La Quinta, during January, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in January in La Quinta?

In January, the average day length in La Quinta, California, is 10h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in La Quinta?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:14 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in January in La Quinta?

In January, the average sunshine duration in La Quinta is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in January in La Quinta?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in La Quinta is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
La Quinta, CA

Average temperature in January - La Quinta, CA
  • Average high temperature in January: 60.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (58.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (43.5°F).

Average pressure in January
La Quinta, CA

Average pressure in January - La Quinta, CA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.8"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
La Quinta, CA

Average wind speed in January - La Quinta, CA
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.8mph).

Average humidity in January
La Quinta, CA

Average humidity in January - La Quinta, CA
  • Average humidity in January: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (47%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and August (29%).

Average rainfall in January
La Quinta, CA

Average rainfall in January - La Quinta, CA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.12").

Average rainfall days in January
La Quinta, CA

Average rainfall days in January - La Quinta, CA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.8 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
La Quinta, CA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - La Quinta, CA
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
La Quinta, CA

Average sunshine days in January - La Quinta, CA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 25.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (18.3 days).

Average UV index in January
La Quinta, CA

Average UV index in January - La Quinta, CA
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
La Quinta, CA

Average cloud cover in January - La Quinta, CA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in January
La Quinta, CA

Average visibility in January - La Quinta, 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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