January weather forecast
Palm Springs, CA

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Palm trees at the base of the outstanding San Jacinto Mountains, in Palm Springs, California
Palm trees at the base of the outstanding San Jacinto Mountains, in Palm Springs, California

Weather in January

In Palm Springs, California, the first month of the year is mild with a cold snap. Relative humidity averages around 45%, creating a cool and crisp atmosphere. The pressure in January stands at 30.09in, notable for being the month with the highest atmospheric pressure of the year. The welcoming Californian sun remains a constant through the winter, ensuring a steady flow of sunlight. Bask under 10.2 hours of daylight, guaranteed to make any trip to Palm Springs enjoyable.

Temperature

The transition into January in Palm Springs is marked with an average high-temperature of a still moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C), showing an insignificant shift from December's 57.6°F (14.2°C). Palm Springs's nights in January cool down to an average low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

In Palm Springs, California, the average relative humidity in January is 45%.

Rainfall

In Palm Springs, in January, during 4.3 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Palm Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 47.9 days and collects up to 4.61" (117mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Palm Springs, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of January, in Palm Springs, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:15 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Palm Springs, the average sunshine in January is 7.1h.

UV index

In Palm Springs, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during January translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in January in Palm Springs?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Palm Springs, is 59.5°F (15.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Palm Springs?

In Palm Springs, the average relative humidity in January is 45%.

How much does it rain in Palm Springs in January?

In January, in Palm Springs, California, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout January, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Palm Springs have in January?

In January, the average day length in Palm Springs is 10h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Palm Springs?

On the first day of January in Palm Springs, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:15 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Palm Springs?

The average sunshine duration in January in Palm Springs, California, is 7.1h.

How high is the UV index in January in Palm Springs?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Palm Springs, CA

Average temperature in January - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average high temperature in January: 59.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (42.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Palm Springs, CA

Average pressure in January - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.81"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Palm Springs, CA

Average wind speed in January - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Palm Springs, CA

Average humidity in January - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average humidity in January: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (48%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (28%).

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Average rainfall in January
Palm Springs, CA

Average rainfall in January - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in January
Palm Springs, CA

Average rainfall days in January - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (7.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.6 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Palm Springs, CA

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

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Palm Springs, CA

Average sunshine days in January - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 25.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (19.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Palm Springs, CA

Average UV index in January - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average UV index in January: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in January
Palm Springs, CA

Average cloud cover in January - Palm Springs, CA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in January
Palm Springs, CA

Average visibility in January - Palm Springs, 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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