January weather forecast
Port Angeles, WA

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The sky is dense with gray clouds, but the rising sun
The sky is dense with gray clouds, but the rising sun's rays seep through and fall on the high pier on the water in Port Angeles, Washington

Weather in January

Port Angeles experiences the onset of a cooler and more humid climate as the year begins. January's heavy rainfall, recorded at 6.54" (166mm), is surpassed by only two other months. The slight dip in temperature from December contributes to the chill of winter. A mix of cloudy and sunny days characterizes the month, offering a balance of weather conditions. While the city does witness snowfall, it is generally mild and short-lived.

Temperature

The transition into January shows a subtle variation to a still cold 40.6°F (4.8°C) from December's 39.2°F (4°C) in the average high-temperature. Port Angeles's nights in January maintain a consistent average of 32.5°F (0.3°C), demonstrating a minimal differential from its daytime temperature.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Port Angeles, Washington, are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Port Angeles is January, when the rain falls for 19.3 days and typically aggregates up to 6.54" (166mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Port Angeles are January through March, November and December. In Port Angeles, Washington, in January, during 2.1 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Port Angeles, Washington, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.2 days and aggregates up to 9.02" (229mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Port Angeles, the average seawater temperature in January is 45.3°F (7.4°C).
Note: One needs to be cautious in 45.3°F (7.4°C) waters. 55.4°F (13°C) is already forbidding, but sub14°F (-10°C) can seriously disrupt your breathing and lead to a frigid shock, considering one's well-being.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Port Angeles is 8h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:11 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Port Angeles is January, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Port Angeles. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Port Angeles in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What are the most humid months in Port Angeles?

The months with the highest humidity in Port Angeles are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in January in Port Angeles?

In Port Angeles, Washington, the average relative humidity in January is 88%.

What is the rainiest month in Port Angeles?

January is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.3 days and accumulates 6.54" (166mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Port Angeles in January?

In Port Angeles, Washington, in January, during 19.3 rainfall days, 6.54" (166mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Port Angeles?

In Port Angeles, during January, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in January in Port Angeles?

In Port Angeles, the average seawater temperature in January is 45.3°F (7.4°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 Port Angeles?

The average day length in January in Port Angeles is 8h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Port Angeles?

On the first day of January in Port Angeles, Washington, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:11 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Port Angeles?

With an average of 4.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Port Angeles.

How long on average sun shines in January in Port Angeles?

The average sunshine duration in January is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Port Angeles?

The months with the lowest UV index in Port Angeles are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in Port Angeles?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
39.2°F 4°C
40.6°F 4.8°C
40.1°F 4.5°C
Average low temperature
31.1°F -0.5°C
32.5°F 0.3°C
31.5°F -0.3°C
Average pressure
30.05" 763mmHg
30.06" 764mmHg
30.04" 763mmHg
Average wind speed
4.8mph 7.7km/h
5mph 8km/h
5mph 8km/h
Average max. wind speed
5.3mph 8.5km/h
5.6mph 9km/h
5.7mph 9.2km/h
Average wind speed gusts
8mph 12.9km/h
8.5mph 13.7km/h
8mph 12.9km/h
Average humidity
88%
88%
87%
Average rainfall
5.16" 131mm
6.54" 166mm
4.21" 107mm
Average rainfall days
19.6
19.3
17.5
Average snowfall
0.39" 10mm
2.17" 55mm
4.72" 120mm
Average snowfall days
2.1
2.1
4.6
Average sea temperature
46.4°F 8°C
45.4°F 7.4°C
45.2°F 7.3°C
Average daylight
8h 2min
8h 5min
10h 2min
Average sunshine
4h 3min
4h 1min
4h 1min
Average sunshine days
8.8
9.3
6.8
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
54%
57%
58%
Average visibility
5mi 8km
5mi 8km
5mi 8km

Average temperature in January
Port Angeles, WA

Average temperature in January - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (67.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Port Angeles, WA

Average pressure in January - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.06"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and July (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (30"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Port Angeles, WA

Average wind speed in January - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average wind speed in January: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Port Angeles, WA

Average humidity in January - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
Port Angeles, WA

Average rainfall in January - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average rainfall in January: 6.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (6.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in January
Port Angeles, WA

Average rainfall days in January - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Port Angeles, WA

Average snowfall in January - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Port Angeles, WA

Average snowfall days in January - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Port Angeles, WA

Average sea temperature in January - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average sea temperature in January: 45.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (52.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.2°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Port Angeles, WA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average daylight in January: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Port Angeles, WA

Average sunshine days in January - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (6.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Port Angeles, WA

Average UV index in January - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Port Angeles, WA

Average cloud cover in January - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in January
Port Angeles, WA

Average visibility in January - Port Angeles, WA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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