January weather forecast
Opal Cliffs, CA

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Opal Cliffs, California, is a moderate winter month, with an average temperature varying between 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

The start of January sees the average high-temperature at a still refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C), showing little difference from December's 57.2°F (14°C). Throughout the January nights, Opal Cliffs encounters a low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Opal Cliffs, in January, during 9.3 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 77.9 rainfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C).
Note: Swimming in 54.1°F (12.3°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:31 pm PST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Opal Cliffs is 6.1h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Opal Cliffs, during January, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

What is the water temperature in January?

In Opal Cliffs, in January, the average water temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C). Swimming in 54.1°F (12.3°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 Opal Cliffs, the average day length in January is 9h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:31 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Opal Cliffs have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January 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
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average temperature in January - Opal Cliffs, CA
  • Average high temperature in January: 58.6°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (55.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (45.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average pressure in January - Opal Cliffs, CA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average wind speed in January - Opal Cliffs, CA
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average humidity in January - Opal Cliffs, CA
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in January
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average rainfall in January - Opal Cliffs, CA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.8").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in January
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average rainfall days in January - Opal Cliffs, CA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.2 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average sea temperature in January - Opal Cliffs, CA
  • Average sea temperature in January: 54.1°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (53.8°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Opal Cliffs, CA
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average sunshine days in January - Opal Cliffs, CA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (16.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average UV index in January - Opal Cliffs, CA
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and November (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average cloud cover in January - Opal Cliffs, CA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in January
Opal Cliffs, CA

Average visibility in January - Opal Cliffs, 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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