January weather forecast
Salinas, CA

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Weather in January

Where winters usually bring bone-chilling cold, the city of Salinas, California, has instead a mild January. During this period, 6.9 days of rainfall are experienced, with a total downpour measuring 0.94" (24mm) overall. Though the sunlight graces the city for approximately 10 hours per day, cloud cover teeters around a moderate 29%. The comfort of daytime highs at a friendly 59.2°F (15.1°C) and overnight lows not dipping past 45°F (7.2°C) offer inhabitants a welcoming climate. This favorable Salinas weather makes it a favorable destination for those looking to escape harsh winter conditions.

Temperature

Salinas experiences a transition to a still mild 59.2°F (15.1°C) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of January, not greatly differing from December's 57.6°F (14.2°C). Throughout the month of January, Salinas reports a steady low-temperature average of 45°F (7.2°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout January, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 57.8 rainfall days, and 6.57" (167mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Salinas, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 59min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:30 pm PST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during January leads to these instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Salinas, records 59.2°F (15.1°C), while the low-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout January, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Salinas, California, the average day length in January is 9h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:30 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Salinas have in January?

In Salinas, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Salinas, 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
Salinas, CA

Average temperature in January - Salinas, CA
  • Average high temperature in January: 59.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 45°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (44.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Salinas, CA

Average pressure in January - Salinas, 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
Salinas, CA

Average wind speed in January - Salinas, CA
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Salinas, CA

Average humidity in January - Salinas, CA
  • Average humidity in January: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in January
Salinas, CA

Average rainfall in January - Salinas, CA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in January
Salinas, CA

Average rainfall days in January - Salinas, CA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Salinas, CA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Salinas, CA

Average sunshine days in January - Salinas, CA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (19.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Salinas, CA

Average UV index in January - Salinas, 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, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Salinas, CA

Average cloud cover in January - Salinas, CA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in January
Salinas, CA

Average visibility in January - Salinas, 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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