January weather forecast
Oregon City, OR

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Weather in January

The first month of the year begins with mostly cool and humid conditions in Oregon City, lending to a somewhat gloomy ambiance. Frequent rainfall contributes to the city's atmospheric moisture, rendering a palpable chill in the air. The hallmark value of this month is the high average relative humidity of 83% coupled with 4.72" (120mm) of rainfall spread over approximately 18.4 days. The city experiences a significant amount of cloud coverage, leading to shorter daylight durations. This month's weather conditions only anticipate the impending winter cold.

Temperature

Oregon City in January witnesses an average high-temperature of a still frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C), indicating a slight variation from December's 44.4°F (6.9°C). In the month of January, the average low-temperature usually rests at a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

In Oregon City, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

Rainfall

In Oregon City, in January, during 18.4 rainfall days, 4.72" (120mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Oregon City, there are 169.9 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Oregon City, during January, snow falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.1 snowfall days, and 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Oregon City, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:15 pm PST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average January temperature?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and a low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Oregon City, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Oregon City, in January, during 18.4 rainfall days, 4.72" (120mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Oregon City, in January, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Oregon City have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:15 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Oregon City have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in January
Oregon City, OR

Average temperature in January - Oregon City, OR
  • Average high temperature in January: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Oregon City, OR

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

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

Average wind speed in January
Oregon City, OR

Average wind speed in January - Oregon City, OR
  • Average wind speed in January: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Oregon City, OR

Average humidity in January - Oregon City, OR
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (64%).

Average rainfall in January
Oregon City, OR

Average rainfall in January - Oregon City, OR
  • Average rainfall in January: 4.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (5.16").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").

Average rainfall days in January
Oregon City, OR

Average rainfall days in January - Oregon City, OR
  • Average rainfall days in January: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Oregon City, OR

Average snowfall in January - Oregon City, OR
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Oregon City, OR

Average snowfall days in January - Oregon City, OR
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Oregon City, OR

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Oregon City, OR

Average sunshine days in January - Oregon City, OR
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Oregon City, OR

Average UV index in January - Oregon City, OR
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Oregon City, OR

Average cloud cover in January - Oregon City, OR
  • Average cloud cover in January: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in January
Oregon City, OR

Average visibility in January - Oregon City, OR
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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