January weather forecast
Shafter, CA

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Weather in January

January is a comfortable winter month in Shafter, California, with an average temperature ranging between max 61.3°F (16.3°C) and min 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

The commencement of January brings an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C), marking an inconsequential divergence from December. Shafter observes an average low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) during January nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 61%.

Rainfall

In Shafter, in January, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Shafter, there are 51.3 rainfall days, and 7.01" (178mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January and February are months with snowfall. January is the first month it typically snows. Throughout January, there are 0.1 snowfall days. Throughout the year, there are 0.3 snowfall days.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:23 pm PST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 6.7h.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 4 in January transforms into this advice:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Shafter are 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 43°F (6.1°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 61%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 61%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Shafter, in January, during 6.7 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

January is the first month it typically snows. Throughout January, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Shafter, the average day length in January is 10h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:23 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Shafter, CA

Average temperature in January - Shafter, CA
  • Average high temperature in January: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (99.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (58.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (41.9°F).

Average pressure in January
Shafter, CA

Average pressure in January - Shafter, 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 June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Shafter, CA

Average wind speed in January - Shafter, CA
  • Average wind speed in January: 3.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (3.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Shafter, CA

Average humidity in January - Shafter, CA
  • Average humidity in January: 61%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (61%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (30%).

Average rainfall in January
Shafter, CA

Average rainfall in January - Shafter, CA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in January
Shafter, CA

Average rainfall days in January - Shafter, CA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

Average snowfall days in January
Shafter, CA

Average snowfall days in January - Shafter, CA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 4min

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: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Shafter, CA

Average sunshine days in January - Shafter, CA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Shafter, CA

Average UV index in January - Shafter, CA
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Shafter, CA

Average cloud cover in January - Shafter, CA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in January
Shafter, CA

Average visibility in January - Shafter, 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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