January weather forecast
Chico, CA

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Dense forest and a bridge crossing over the famed Big Chico Creek located in the Bidwell Park in Chico, California
Dense forest and a bridge crossing over the famed Big Chico Creek located in the Bidwell Park in Chico, California

Weather in January

January in Chico, California, is a refreshing winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 55.4°F (13°C) and min 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

Chico registers an average high-temperature of a refreshing 55.4°F (13°C) with the arrival of January, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. The low-temperature average for Chico during January stands at an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Chico is 69%.

Rainfall

In January, in Chico, California, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout January, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 90.7 rainfall days, and 21.81" (554mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of January, in Chico, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:25 pm PST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Chico are January and December, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Chico are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during January translates into the following guidance:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Chico in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 55.4°F (13°C) and a low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Chico?

In January, the average relative humidity in Chico, California, is 69%.

How much does it rain in Chico in January?

In January, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout January, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Chico?

In Chico, snow does not fall in January through November.

Does it snow in Chico in January?

In January, in Chico, California, it doesn't snow. December is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Chico have in January?

In Chico, California, the average day length in January is 9h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Chico?

On the first day of January in Chico, California, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:25 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Chico?

The months with the least sunshine in Chico, California, are January and December, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Chico?

The average sunshine duration in January in Chico, California, is 5.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Chico?

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 intensity in January in Chico?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Chico, CA

Average temperature in January - Chico, CA
  • Average high temperature in January: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (39°F).

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Average pressure in January
Chico, CA

Average pressure in January - Chico, CA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Chico, CA

Average wind speed in January - Chico, CA
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Chico, CA

Average humidity in January - Chico, CA
  • Average humidity in January: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (32%).

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Average rainfall in January
Chico, CA

Average rainfall in January - Chico, CA
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in January
Chico, CA

Average rainfall days in January - Chico, CA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Chico, CA

Average snowfall in January - Chico, CA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Chico, CA

Average snowfall days in January - Chico, CA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Chico, CA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 5min

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

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Average sunshine days in January
Chico, CA

Average sunshine days in January - Chico, CA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Chico, CA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
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
Chico, CA

Average cloud cover in January - Chico, CA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

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Average visibility in January
Chico, CA

Average visibility in January - Chico, 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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