January weather forecast
Mount Shasta, CA

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The Lake Siskiyou on the base of Mount Shasta in California, and a view of the planted forest, the far suspension bridge, and snowy mountain peak
The Lake Siskiyou on the base of Mount Shasta in California, and a view of the planted forest, the far suspension bridge, and snowy mountain peak

Weather in January

January in Mount Shasta, California, is a chilly winter month, with an average temperature varying between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

Mount Shasta's shift into January sets the average high-temperature at a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C), a figure that deviates only slightly from December's 40.8°F (4.9°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in January.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Mount Shasta is 80%.

Rainfall

In Mount Shasta, California, in January, during 8.3 rainfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mount Shasta, California, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.7 days and collects up to 26.38" (670mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Mount Shasta. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 8.7 days and typically aggregates up to 19.21" (488mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 36min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:23 pm PST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Mount Shasta is 5.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Mount Shasta in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mount Shasta are 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Mount Shasta?

The average relative humidity in January in Mount Shasta is 80%.

How much does it rain in Mount Shasta in January?

In Mount Shasta, during January, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Mount Shasta?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 8.7 days and typically aggregates up to 19.21" (488mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Mount Shasta?

In Mount Shasta, California, during January, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 19.21" (488mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Shasta have in January?

The average day length in January is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Mount Shasta?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mount Shasta, California, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:23 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Shasta have in January?

In Mount Shasta, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mount Shasta?

The months with the lowest UV index in Mount Shasta, California, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Mount Shasta?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Mount Shasta, California, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Mount Shasta, CA

Average temperature in January - Mount Shasta, CA
  • Average high temperature in January: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (52.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Mount Shasta, CA

Average pressure in January - Mount Shasta, CA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Mount Shasta, CA

Average wind speed in January - Mount Shasta, CA
  • Average wind speed in January: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in January
Mount Shasta, CA

Average humidity in January - Mount Shasta, CA
  • Average humidity in January: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (45%).

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Average rainfall in January
Mount Shasta, CA

Average rainfall in January - Mount Shasta, CA
  • Average rainfall in January: 4.45"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.16").

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Average rainfall days in January
Mount Shasta, CA

Average rainfall days in January - Mount Shasta, CA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Mount Shasta, CA

Average snowfall in January - Mount Shasta, CA
  • Average snowfall in January: 19.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (19.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Mount Shasta, CA

Average snowfall days in January - Mount Shasta, CA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mount Shasta, CA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Mount Shasta, CA

Average sunshine days in January - Mount Shasta, CA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Mount Shasta, CA

Average UV index in January - Mount Shasta, CA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Mount Shasta, CA

Average cloud cover in January - Mount Shasta, CA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in January
Mount Shasta, CA

Average visibility in January - Mount Shasta, CA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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