January weather forecast
Laguna Beach, CA

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The scenic Three Arch Bay spot on Laguna Beach in California
The scenic Three Arch Bay spot on Laguna Beach in California

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another comfortable winter month in Laguna Beach, California, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.3°F (10.7°C) and 64.2°F (17.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of January brings an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 64.2°F (17.9°C), nearly matching the December temperature. Nighttime temperatures consistently average a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) during January.

Humidity

In Laguna Beach, the average relative humidity in January is 61%.

Rainfall

In Laguna Beach, in January, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 69 rainfall days, and 9.09" (231mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

The month with the coldest seawater is January, with an average ocean temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C).
Note: Dipping into 58.5°F (14.7°C) below 50°F (10°C) is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 55.4°F (13°C) can be jarring.

Daylight

In Laguna Beach, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:21 pm PST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 6.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during January translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are January temperatures?

During January, Laguna Beach experiences an average high-temperature of 64.2°F (17.9°C) and a low-temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 61%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Laguna Beach, in January, during 5.6 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What month is the ocean coldest in Laguna Beach?

With an average ocean temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C), January is the month with the coldest seawater.

How cold is the water in January?

In Laguna Beach, in January, the average water temperature is 58.5°F (14.7°C). Swimming in 58.5°F (14.7°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:21 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Laguna Beach have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Laguna Beach, CA

Average temperature in January - Laguna Beach, CA
  • Average high temperature in January: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (62.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 51.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (50°F).

Average pressure in January
Laguna Beach, CA

Average pressure in January - Laguna Beach, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Laguna Beach, CA

Average wind speed in January - Laguna Beach, CA
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August, September and October (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Laguna Beach, CA

Average humidity in January - Laguna Beach, CA
  • Average humidity in January: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (59%).

Average rainfall in January
Laguna Beach, CA

Average rainfall in January - Laguna Beach, CA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.12").

Average rainfall days in January
Laguna Beach, CA

Average rainfall days in January - Laguna Beach, CA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Laguna Beach, CA

Average sea temperature in January - Laguna Beach, CA
  • Average sea temperature in January: 58.5°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (67.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (58.5°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Laguna Beach, CA

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

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Laguna Beach, CA

Average sunshine days in January - Laguna Beach, CA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (19.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Laguna Beach, CA

Average UV index in January - Laguna Beach, CA
  • Average UV index in January: 4

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

Average cloud cover in January
Laguna Beach, CA

Average cloud cover in January - Laguna Beach, CA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in January
Laguna Beach, CA

Average visibility in January - Laguna Beach, 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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