January weather forecast
Brookings, OR

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Classy homes built near the brown sand and rocky shores of the coastline in Brookings, Oregon
Classy homes built near the brown sand and rocky shores of the coastline in Brookings, Oregon

Weather in January

Beginning the year, the weather in Brookings, Oregon veers towards a colder side. Coming directly from the somewhat chillier days of December, the month of January experiences some of the same. High humidity relative values further amplify the cold perception by residents and visitors. On the other hand, seafarers can expect an average sea temperature of 50.8°F (10.4°C), making it less inviting for oceanic activities. However, the city also records the highest rainfall of the year in January with an astounding 7.8" (198mm) of rainfall.

Temperature

Stepping into January, Brookings records an average high-temperature of a still fresh 51.8°F (11°C), almost consistent with December. January records a small disparity from daytime temperatures, marking an average low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Brookings, Oregon, is 80%.

Rainfall

In Brookings, during January, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.8" (198mm) of precipitation. In Brookings, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.9 days and collects up to 47.09" (1196mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

January, February and April, with an average ocean temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: Swimming at temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) in 50.7°F (10.4°C) is feasible with the right swimsuit; if not, expect cold shock and breathlessness. A quick swim at 55.4°F (13°C) without adequate warmth can be discomforting.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:30 pm PST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average January temperature?

In Brookings, 51.8°F (11°C) is the average high-temperature and 44.2°F (6.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January in Brookings?

In Brookings, the average relative humidity in January is 80%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Brookings, in January, during 16.5 rainfall days, 7.8" (198mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

January, March through December are months without snowfall in Brookings.

Does it snow in January?

In Brookings, in January, it doesn't snow. In February, it regularly snows.

What months are the ocean coldest?

January, February and April, with an average ocean temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C), are months with the coldest seawater in Brookings.

What is the ocean temperature in January?

In Brookings, Oregon, the average seawater temperature in January is 50.7°F (10.4°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Brookings have in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Brookings?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:30 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Brookings, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Brookings?

In Brookings, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Brookings, OR

Average temperature in January - Brookings, OR
  • Average high temperature in January: 51.8°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (68.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (43°F).

Average pressure in January
Brookings, OR

Average pressure in January - Brookings, OR
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Brookings, OR

Average wind speed in January - Brookings, OR
  • Average wind speed in January: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Brookings, OR

Average humidity in January - Brookings, OR
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and September (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Brookings, OR

Average rainfall in January - Brookings, OR
  • Average rainfall in January: 7.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (8.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.12").

Average rainfall days in January
Brookings, OR

Average rainfall days in January - Brookings, OR
  • Average rainfall days in January: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Brookings, OR

Average snowfall in January - Brookings, OR
  • Average snowfall in January: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Brookings, OR

Average snowfall days in January - Brookings, OR
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Brookings, OR

Average sea temperature in January - Brookings, OR
  • Average sea temperature in January: 50.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (53.5°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and April (50.8°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Brookings, OR

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Brookings, OR
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Brookings, OR

Average sunshine days in January - Brookings, OR
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (11 days).

Average UV index in January
Brookings, OR

Average UV index in January - Brookings, OR
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Brookings, OR

Average cloud cover in January - Brookings, OR
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in January
Brookings, OR

Average visibility in January - Brookings, OR
  • 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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