January weather forecast
Berkeley, CA

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Weather in January

January marks the commencement of the year with cool temperatures, the daily lows falling to 44.2°F (6.8°C) and highs ascending to 56.3°F (13.5°C). With the relative humidity averaging at 73%, foggy mornings become a typical sight in Berkeley, California. The turquoise sky becomes an artistic palette as the cloud coverage is around 33%. The early sunset offers a longer night, making it an idyllic time for stargazers. January, however, observes a relatively high rainfall with 7.6 rainfall days and 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

Temperature

During January, Berkeley records an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C), marking a slight divergence from December's 55.4°F (13°C). An average low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) is common in Berkeley, California, during the nights of January.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Berkeley is 73%.

Rainfall

In January, in Berkeley, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout January, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Berkeley, there are 55.6 rainfall days, and 5.24" (133mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 9h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:30 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Berkeley, the average sunshine in January is 6.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Berkeley. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Berkeley in January?

In January, in Berkeley, the average high-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Berkeley?

The average relative humidity in January in Berkeley, California, is 73%.

How much does it rain in Berkeley in January?

In Berkeley, in January, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in January in Berkeley?

In Berkeley, the average day length in January is 9h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Berkeley?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, in Berkeley, California, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:30 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Berkeley?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Berkeley is 6.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Berkeley?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in January in Berkeley?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Berkeley is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Berkeley, CA

Average temperature in January - Berkeley, CA
  • Average high temperature in January: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Berkeley, CA

Average pressure in January - Berkeley, 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, August and September (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Berkeley, CA

Average wind speed in January - Berkeley, CA
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Berkeley, CA

Average humidity in January - Berkeley, CA
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

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Average rainfall in January
Berkeley, CA

Average rainfall in January - Berkeley, CA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.1").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in January
Berkeley, CA

Average rainfall days in January - Berkeley, CA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.5 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Berkeley, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Berkeley, CA

Average sunshine days in January - Berkeley, CA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Berkeley, CA

Average UV index in January - Berkeley, CA
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in January
Berkeley, CA

Average cloud cover in January - Berkeley, CA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in January
Berkeley, CA

Average visibility in January - Berkeley, 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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