January weather forecast
Santa Maria, CA

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The hilly region of Santa Maria in California, over the neat vineyard farm on a sunny day
The hilly region of Santa Maria in California, over the neat vineyard farm on a sunny day

Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another comfortable winter month in Santa Maria, California, with temperature in the range of an average low of 47.8°F (8.8°C) and an average high of 64°F (17.8°C).

Temperature

In January, Santa Maria experiences a minor shift in meteorological conditions with average high-temperatures marked at a still enjoyable 64°F (17.8°C), closely mirroring the climate in December. During January, the average low-temperature in Santa Maria is a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Humidity

In Santa Maria, the average relative humidity in January is 62%.

Rainfall

In Santa Maria, during January, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In Santa Maria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 43.9 days and collects up to 6.93" (176mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Santa Maria, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 8min.
On the first day of January in Santa Maria, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:29 pm PST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 6.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 4 during January leads to these advisories:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What are January temperatures in Santa Maria?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Santa Maria, is 64°F (17.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Santa Maria?

In Santa Maria, the average relative humidity in January is 62%.

How many days does it rain in January in Santa Maria?

In Santa Maria, during January, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Santa Maria have in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Santa Maria?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:29 pm PST.

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

The average sunshine duration in January in Santa Maria, California, is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Santa Maria?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in January in Santa Maria?

In Santa Maria, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Santa Maria, CA

Average temperature in January - Santa Maria, CA
  • Average high temperature in January: 64°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (61.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 47.8°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 (46.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Santa Maria, CA

Average pressure in January - Santa Maria, CA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Santa Maria, CA

Average wind speed in January - Santa Maria, CA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Santa Maria, CA

Average humidity in January - Santa Maria, CA
  • Average humidity in January: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (68%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (58%).

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Average rainfall in January
Santa Maria, CA

Average rainfall in January - Santa Maria, CA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in January
Santa Maria, CA

Average rainfall days in January - Santa Maria, CA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and August (0.8 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Santa Maria, 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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Santa Maria, CA

Average sunshine days in January - Santa Maria, CA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Santa Maria, CA

Average UV index in January - Santa Maria, CA
  • Average UV index in January: 4

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, March, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in January
Santa Maria, CA

Average cloud cover in January - Santa Maria, CA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in January
Santa Maria, CA

Average visibility in January - Santa Maria, 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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