January weather forecast
Gearhart, OR

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another chilly winter month in Gearhart, Oregon, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.8°F (8.8°C) and min 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

The advent of January denotes an average high-temperature of a still chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C), subtly different from December's 46.6°F (8.1°C). In Gearhart, the nightly January temperatures experience a slight descent from daily highs to an average low of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January, March through May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 19.4 days. Throughout January, 6.26" (159mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gearhart, there are 185.6 rainfall days, and 39.8" (1011mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gearhart are January through March and December. In Gearhart, in January, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Gearhart, Oregon, there are 2.8 snowfall days, and 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Gearhart, in January, the average water temperature is 48.4°F (9.1°C).
Note: Engaging in a swim in 48.4°F (9.1°C) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 50°F (10°C) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Gearhart is 9h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of January, in Gearhart, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:18 pm PST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Gearhart is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in January translates into this advice:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Gearhart in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gearhart, Oregon, during January are 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 41.2°F (5.1°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Gearhart?

The months with the lowest humidity in Gearhart, Oregon, are January, March through May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in January in Gearhart?

The average relative humidity in January in Gearhart, Oregon, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Gearhart in January?

In Gearhart, in January, it is raining for 19.4 days, with typically 6.26" (159mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Gearhart?

In Gearhart, during January, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in January in Gearhart?

In Gearhart, Oregon, the average seawater temperature in January is 48.4°F (9.1°C). Swimming in 48.4°F (9.1°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in January in Gearhart?

In January, the average day length in Gearhart, Oregon, is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Gearhart?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:18 pm PST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Gearhart?

January and February, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Gearhart.

How many hours of sunshine does Gearhart have in January?

In Gearhart, the average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

What is the UV index reading in January in Gearhart?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Gearhart, OR

Average temperature in January - Gearhart, OR
  • Average high temperature in January: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (65.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (40.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Gearhart, OR

Average pressure in January - Gearhart, OR
  • Average pressure in January: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.08"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and September (30.02"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Gearhart, OR

Average wind speed in January - Gearhart, OR
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Gearhart, OR

Average humidity in January - Gearhart, OR
  • Average humidity in January: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April, May, October and December (81%).

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Average rainfall in January
Gearhart, OR

Average rainfall in January - Gearhart, OR
  • Average rainfall in January: 6.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (6.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in January
Gearhart, OR

Average rainfall days in January - Gearhart, OR
  • Average rainfall days in January: 19.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Gearhart, OR

Average snowfall in January - Gearhart, OR
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Gearhart, OR

Average snowfall days in January - Gearhart, OR
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Gearhart, OR

Average sea temperature in January - Gearhart, OR
  • Average sea temperature in January: 48.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (56.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (47.7°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Gearhart, OR

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gearhart, OR
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Gearhart, OR

Average sunshine days in January - Gearhart, OR
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Gearhart, OR

Average UV index in January - Gearhart, OR
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Gearhart, OR

Average cloud cover in January - Gearhart, OR
  • Average cloud cover in January: 59

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in January
Gearhart, OR

Average visibility in January - Gearhart, OR
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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