January weather forecastOcean Shores, WA
January
Weather in January
The year starts with noticeably colder temperatures in Ocean Shores, Washington, compared to the forthcoming months. Despite the gloomy weather, the winter season enhances the serenity of this coastal city. Rainfall is quite significant at 2.8" (71mm), contributing to the overall monthly humidity of 84%. This, coupled with a slightly noticeable snowfall, leads to the beauty of the city in January. As the new year moves forward, residents brace themselves for a slight rise in temperature in the following month.Temperature
January's average high-temperature is a still frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C), maintaining a close comparison with December's 45.5°F (7.5°C). Ocean Shores's January nights experience a subtle temperature dip to an average of 40.6°F (4.8°C).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 84%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout January, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.8 rainfall days, and 19.41" (493mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March and November are months with snowfall. January is the first month it typically snows. Throughout January, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Ocean Shores, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.3 days and aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
The months with the coldest seawater are January and February, with an average ocean temperature of 48.2°F (9°C).Note: Swimming in 48.2°F (9°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 9h and 2min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:17 pm PST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in Ocean Shores is January, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average high temperature in January: 46.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (65.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.5°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 40.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (39.7°F).
Average pressure in January
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average pressure in January: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (30"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Ocean Shores, WA
- 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 September (7.1mph).
Average humidity in January
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average humidity in January: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and June (81%).
Average rainfall in January
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average rainfall in January: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").
Average rainfall days in January
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average rainfall days in January: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.6 days).
Average snowfall in January
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average snowfall in January: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average snowfall days in January: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average sea temperature in January: 48°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (61°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (48°F).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in January: 3h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in January
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average sunshine days in January: 13.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.7 days).
Average UV index in January
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average UV index in January: 2
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 January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Ocean Shores, WA
- Average cloud cover in January: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in January
Ocean Shores, WA
- 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).
