January weather forecast
Morro Bay, CA

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The iconic Morro Rock, a famous tourist spot in Morro Bay, California
The iconic Morro Rock, a famous tourist spot in Morro Bay, California

Weather in January

January in Morro Bay, California, is a comfortable winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.4°F (9.1°C) and max 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Temperature

At the start of January, Morro Bay's average high-temperature reaches a comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C), subtly different from the preceding month. January nights observe an average temperature dip to a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Humidity

In Morro Bay, California, the average relative humidity in January is 66%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Morro Bay is January, when the rain falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

In Morro Bay, the average seawater temperature in January is 55.6°F (13.1°C).
Note: Swimming at temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) in 55.6°F (13.1°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 in Morro Bay is 10h and 5min.
On the first day of January in Morro Bay, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:30 pm PST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 6.7h.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average January temperature in Morro Bay?

The high-temperature, in January, in Morro Bay, is 61.2°F (16.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 48.4°F (9.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Morro Bay?

In Morro Bay, California, the average relative humidity in January is 66%.

What is the rainiest month in Morro Bay?

January is the month with the most rainfall in Morro Bay, California. Rain falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Morro Bay?

In Morro Bay, California, in January, during 6.8 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in January in Morro Bay?

In January, the average ocean temperature in Morro Bay is 55.6°F (13.1°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.

What is the average length of the day in January in Morro Bay?

The average day length in January in Morro Bay is 10h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Morro Bay?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:30 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Morro Bay have in January?

In Morro Bay, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Morro Bay?

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Morro Bay.

What is the UV index reading in January in Morro Bay?

In Morro Bay, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Morro Bay, CA

Average temperature in January - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average high temperature in January: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (76.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (59.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 48.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (47.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Morro Bay, CA

Average pressure in January - Morro Bay, CA
  • 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 June and September (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Morro Bay, CA

Average wind speed in January - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Morro Bay, CA

Average humidity in January - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average humidity in January: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (70%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (61%).

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Average rainfall in January
Morro Bay, CA

Average rainfall in January - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in January
Morro Bay, CA

Average rainfall days in January - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.7 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Morro Bay, CA

Average sea temperature in January - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average sea temperature in January: 55.6°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and October (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (54.3°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Morro Bay, CA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Morro Bay, CA

Average sunshine days in January - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Morro Bay, CA

Average UV index in January - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in January
Morro Bay, CA

Average cloud cover in January - Morro Bay, CA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in January
Morro Bay, CA

Average visibility in January - Morro Bay, 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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