January weather forecast
Santa Clara, CA

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Weather in January

The climate of Santa Clara, California leans towards the cooler side in January. Although this is not the coldest month, temperatures fluctuate from 43.3°F (6.3°C) to 58.5°F (14.7°C). This month also brings with it a relative high amount of rainfall, with frequent rainy days observed, making the city's stunning landscapes even more lush and verdant. The January skies, on the other hand, remain relatively clear with a cloud coverage of only 30%. Therefore, a visit to Santa Clara in January might be extremely appealing for those who appreciate cooler weather and lush scenery.

Temperature

With January's arrival, Santa Clara's weather records an average high-temperature of a still moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C), marking little difference from December's 56.7°F (13.7°C). An average low-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) is recorded during the nights in January in Santa Clara.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

In Santa Clara, in January, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Santa Clara, California, during the entire year, the rain falls for 70.2 days and collects up to 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Santa Clara is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of January, in Santa Clara, California, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:30 pm PST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are January temperatures in Santa Clara?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Santa Clara, is 58.5°F (14.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Santa Clara?

In Santa Clara, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

How much does it rain in Santa Clara in January?

In Santa Clara, in January, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in January in Santa Clara?

The average day length in January is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Santa Clara?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:30 pm PST.

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Clara have in January?

In Santa Clara, California, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Santa Clara?

The months with the lowest UV index in Santa Clara, California, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Santa Clara?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Santa Clara, CA

Average temperature in January - Santa Clara, CA
  • Average high temperature in January: 58.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 43.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (43.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Santa Clara, CA

Average pressure in January - Santa Clara, 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).

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Average wind speed in January
Santa Clara, CA

Average wind speed in January - Santa Clara, CA
  • Average wind speed in January: 4.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in January
Santa Clara, CA

Average humidity in January - Santa Clara, CA
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and September (61%).

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Average rainfall in January
Santa Clara, CA

Average rainfall in January - Santa Clara, CA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in January
Santa Clara, CA

Average rainfall days in January - Santa Clara, CA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Santa Clara, CA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Santa Clara, CA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 5min

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 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in January
Santa Clara, CA

Average sunshine days in January - Santa Clara, CA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (16.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Santa Clara, CA

Average UV index in January - Santa Clara, CA
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
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
Santa Clara, CA

Average cloud cover in January - Santa Clara, CA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in January
Santa Clara, CA

Average visibility in January - Santa Clara, 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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