January weather forecast
Depoe Bay, OR

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Weather in January

As the first month of the year, January offers atypical weather patterns in Depoe Bay, Oregon. This particular time of year is home to a blend of rainy days and cold nights, a combination as expected in winter months in the Pacific Northwest. The year kicks off with the lowest daylight levels and highest humidity, churning out dense, cold and rainy atmosphere. The heaviest snowfall is observed in January with 0.16" (4mm), contrasting to the following months without any snow. With this in mind, it is important for residents and visitors to be adequately prepared for the cooler temperatures and occasional snowfall that might surface.

Temperature

The advent of January in Depoe Bay sees the average high-temperature at a still chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C), subtly shifted from December's 47.7°F (8.7°C). Throughout January, Depoe Bay records a steady low-temperature average of 41.5°F (5.3°C), a minor decrease from its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Depoe Bay is 82%.

Rainfall

In Depoe Bay, in January, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Depoe Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.5 days and collects up to 18.66" (474mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February and November are months with snowfall. January is the first month it typically snows. Throughout January, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Depoe Bay, there are 1.6 snowfall days, and 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Depoe Bay, in January, the average water temperature is 50.2°F (10.1°C).
Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 50.2°F (10.1°C) even if it's colder than 50°F (10°C); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 55.4°F (13°C) feels chilly.

Daylight

In Depoe Bay, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 16min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:22 pm PST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are January temperatures in Depoe Bay?

The high-temperature, in January, in Depoe Bay, is 48.7°F (9.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Depoe Bay?

In January, the average relative humidity in Depoe Bay, Oregon, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Depoe Bay in January?

In Depoe Bay, Oregon, in January, during 14.8 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Depoe Bay?

January is the first month it typically snows in Depoe Bay, Oregon. Throughout January, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in January in Depoe Bay?

In Depoe Bay, the average seawater temperature in January is 50.2°F (10.1°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in January in Depoe Bay?

In Depoe Bay, Oregon, the average day length in January is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Depoe Bay?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Depoe Bay, Oregon, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:22 pm PST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Depoe Bay?

January and February, with an average of 4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Depoe Bay.

How long on average sun shines in January in Depoe Bay?

The average sunshine duration in January in Depoe Bay, Oregon, is 4h.

How high is the UV index in January in Depoe Bay?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
47.7°F 8.7°C
48.7°F 9.3°C
49.3°F 9.6°C
Average low temperature
40.6°F 4.8°C
41.5°F 5.3°C
40.8°F 4.9°C
Average pressure
30.07" 764mmHg
30.09" 764mmHg
30.07" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
9.4mph 15.1km/h
9.8mph 15.8km/h
8.9mph 14.3km/h
Average max. wind speed
10mph 16.1km/h
10.5mph 16.9km/h
9.4mph 15.1km/h
Average wind speed gusts
15.8mph 25.4km/h
16.5mph 26.6km/h
14.4mph 23.2km/h
Average humidity
83%
82%
83%
Average rainfall
3.07" 78mm
2.72" 69mm
2.32" 59mm
Average rainfall days
16.5
14.8
14.7
Average snowfall
0" 0mm
0.16" 4mm
0.28" 7mm
Average snowfall days
0.1
0.3
0.9
Average sea temperature
51°F 10.6°C
50.2°F 10.1°C
49.4°F 9.7°C
Average daylight
8h 5min
9h 2min
10h 3min
Average sunshine
4h 1min
4h 0min
4h 0min
Average sunshine days
11.8
14
11
Average UV index
2
3
2
Average cloud cover
56%
58%
59%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Depoe Bay, OR

Average temperature in January - Depoe Bay, OR
  • Average high temperature in January: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (67.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (40.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Depoe Bay, OR

Average pressure in January - Depoe Bay, OR
  • 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 September (30.02"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Depoe Bay, OR

Average wind speed in January - Depoe Bay, OR
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Depoe Bay, OR

Average humidity in January - Depoe Bay, OR
  • Average humidity in January: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, November and December (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, July, September and October (81%).

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Average rainfall in January
Depoe Bay, OR

Average rainfall in January - Depoe Bay, OR
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.16").

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Average rainfall days in January
Depoe Bay, OR

Average rainfall days in January - Depoe Bay, OR
  • Average rainfall days in January: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Depoe Bay, OR

Average snowfall in January - Depoe Bay, OR
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Depoe Bay, OR

Average snowfall days in January - Depoe Bay, OR
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Depoe Bay, OR

Average sea temperature in January - Depoe Bay, OR
  • Average sea temperature in January: 50.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (49.4°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Depoe Bay, OR

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Depoe Bay, OR
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Depoe Bay, OR

Average sunshine days in January - Depoe Bay, OR
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Depoe Bay, OR

Average UV index in January - Depoe Bay, OR
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Depoe Bay, OR

Average cloud cover in January - Depoe Bay, OR
  • Average cloud cover in January: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Depoe Bay, OR

Average visibility in January - Depoe Bay, OR
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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