January weather forecast
Cannon Beach, OR

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Weather in January

Cannon Beach, Oregon, kicks off January with typically cool and rainy weather. January possesses an impressive average rainfall of 6.26" (159mm), to start the year making it one of the wetter months. As winter takes hold, snow is sparse, but a light dusting may occasionally make an appearance. Sea temperatures remain chilly, discouraging swimming but offering a striking contrast to the often grey skies. Also, visitors and locals should prepare for likely higher wind gusts that can reach up to 18.1mph (29.1km/h).

Temperature

The commencement of January introduces an average high-temperature of a still chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. Cannon Beach's nights throughout January are marked by an average low temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C), a minor drop from the day's high.

Humidity

January, March through May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Cannon Beach, during January, the rain falls for 19.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.26" (159mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 185.6 rainfall days, and 39.8" (1011mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. In Cannon Beach, in January, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Cannon Beach, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.8 days and aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Cannon Beach, the average seawater temperature in January is 48.9°F (9.4°C).
Note: Swimming in 48.9°F (9.4°C) poses a severe threat. Even short exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling, and going below 50°F (10°C) can cause breathing irregularities and intense cold shock, based on one's stamina.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:19 pm PST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Cannon Beach is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during January leads to these advisories:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What are January temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Cannon Beach, is 47.8°F (8.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).

What is the least humid month?

January, March through May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 81%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Cannon Beach, during January, the rain falls for 19.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.26" (159mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Cannon Beach, in January, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in January?

In January, the average ocean temperature in Cannon Beach, Oregon, is 48.9°F (9.4°C). Swimming in 48.9°F (9.4°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Cannon Beach have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:19 pm PST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and February, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Cannon Beach, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

How high is the UV index in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average high temperature in January: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (65.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (40.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Cannon Beach, OR

Average pressure in January - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average pressure in January: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.08"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and September (30.02"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Cannon Beach, OR

Average wind speed in January - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Cannon Beach, OR

Average humidity in January - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April, May, October and December (81%).

Average rainfall in January
Cannon Beach, OR

Average rainfall in January - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average rainfall in January: 6.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (6.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Cannon Beach, OR

Average rainfall days in January - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average rainfall days in January: 19.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Cannon Beach, OR

Average snowfall in January - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Cannon Beach, OR

Average snowfall days in January - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Cannon Beach, OR

Average sea temperature in January - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average sea temperature in January: 48.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (48.1°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Cannon Beach, OR

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Cannon Beach, OR

Average sunshine days in January - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Cannon Beach, OR

Average UV index in January - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Cannon Beach, OR

Average cloud cover in January - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Cannon Beach, OR

Average visibility in January - Cannon Beach, OR
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).

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