January weather forecast
Palm Springs, CA

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Palm trees at the base of the outstanding San Jacinto Mountains, in Palm Springs, California
Palm trees at the base of the outstanding San Jacinto Mountains, in Palm Springs, California

Weather in January

In Palm Springs, California, the first month of the year is mild with a cold snap. Relative humidity averages around 45%, creating a cool and crisp atmosphere. The pressure in January stands at 30.09in, notable for being the month with the highest atmospheric pressure of the year. The welcoming Californian sun remains a constant through the winter, ensuring a steady flow of sunlight. Bask under 10.2 hours of daylight, guaranteed to make any trip to Palm Springs enjoyable.

Temperature

The onset of January brings with it an average high-temperature of a still mild 59.5°F (15.3°C), showing a negligible variation from the month before. Throughout the January nights, Palm Springs encounters a low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 45%.

Rainfall

In Palm Springs, in January, during 4.3 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Palm Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 47.9 days and collects up to 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:15 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 7.1h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average January temperature?

In January, in Palm Springs, the average high-temperature is 59.5°F (15.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Palm Springs, California, the average relative humidity in January is 45%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout January, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Palm Springs have in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:15 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 7.1h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average high temperature in January: 59.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (42.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Palm Springs, CA

Average pressure in January - Palm Springs, 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 (29.81"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Palm Springs, CA

Average wind speed in January - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Palm Springs, CA

Average humidity in January - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average humidity in January: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (48%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (28%).

Average rainfall in January
Palm Springs, CA

Average rainfall in January - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.12").

Average rainfall days in January
Palm Springs, CA

Average rainfall days in January - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (7.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.6 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Palm Springs, CA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Palm Springs, 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: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Palm Springs, CA

Average sunshine days in January - Palm Springs, 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 (19.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Palm Springs, CA

Average UV index in January - Palm Springs, 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
Palm Springs, CA

Average cloud cover in January - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in January
Palm Springs, CA

Average visibility in January - Palm Springs, 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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