January weather forecastOakland, CA
January
Weather in January
Oakland, California kicks off the year with a rather mild temperature range. The cool breeze whispers through the city with an average speed of 5.7mph (9.2km/h), occasionally gusting up to 9.2mph (14.8km/h). Humidity tends to be high, paving the way for an overall cozy winter climate. January precipitation does not fall far behind, with 0.47" (12mm) of rainfall which might dampen the city on approximately six days. Following January, February maintains a similar temperature, while the general weather conditions undergo various alterations.Temperature
January's weather displays an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C), slightly varied from December's 55.8°F (13.2°C). The low-temperature average for Oakland during January stands at a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
In Oakland, during January, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. In Oakland, California, during the entire year, the rain falls for 44 days and collects up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.Ocean temperature
In January, the average ocean temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C).Note: Dipping into 53.2°F (11.8°C) below 50°F (10°C) is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 55.4°F (13°C) can be jarring.
Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 54min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:31 pm PST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine 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. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Oakland, CA
- Average high temperature in January: 56.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (73.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.8°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 45.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.7°F).
Average pressure in January
Oakland, 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).
Average wind speed in January
Oakland, CA
- Average wind speed in January: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October and November (5.5mph).
Average humidity in January
Oakland, 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 (67%).
Average rainfall in January
Oakland, CA
- Average rainfall in January: 0.47"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (0.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0").
Average rainfall days in January
Oakland, CA
- Average rainfall days in January: 6.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and August (0.8 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Oakland, CA
- Average sea temperature in January: 53.2°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (57.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are April and June (53°F).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Oakland, CA
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 54min
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 6min
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 54min).
Average sunshine days in January
Oakland, CA
- Average sunshine days in January: 23.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (20.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Oakland, 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).
Average cloud cover in January
Oakland, CA
- Average cloud cover in January: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in January
Oakland, 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).
