January weather forecast
Sunnyvale, CA

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Weather in January

January in Sunnyvale, California, is characterized by a mild Winter with average high temperatures hovering around 58.3°F (14.6°C) and slightly cooler nights at around 44.6°F (7°C). The relative humidity measures at 72%, ensuring a bit of a nip in the air, particularly during early morning and nights. The month shows signs of precipitation, with rainfall noted on approximately six days of the month. With a healthy sunlight quota of approximately six hours a day, Sunnyvale enjoys a blend of winter and spring-like conditions in January. Despite being the coldest month of the year, January bears pleasant weather conditions conducive for various outdoor activities.

Temperature

January's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still mild 58.3°F (14.6°C), showing a minute difference from December's 56.8°F (13.8°C). Throughout the January nights, Sunnyvale encounters a low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sunnyvale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 50 days and collects up to 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Sunnyvale, California, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:30 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Sunnyvale is 6.3h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 during January leads to these advisories:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Sunnyvale, is 58.3°F (14.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 44.6°F (7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:30 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Sunnyvale, CA
  • Average high temperature in January: 58.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (44.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Sunnyvale, CA

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

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

Average wind speed in January
Sunnyvale, CA

Average wind speed in January - Sunnyvale, CA
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Sunnyvale, CA

Average humidity in January - Sunnyvale, CA
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

Average rainfall in January
Sunnyvale, CA

Average rainfall in January - Sunnyvale, CA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and March (0.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0").

Average rainfall days in January
Sunnyvale, CA

Average rainfall days in January - Sunnyvale, CA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (9.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.4 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sunnyvale, CA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sunnyvale, CA

Average sunshine days in January - Sunnyvale, CA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (19.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Sunnyvale, CA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Sunnyvale, CA

Average cloud cover in January - Sunnyvale, CA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in January
Sunnyvale, CA

Average visibility in January - Sunnyvale, 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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