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Lopez Island Weather in January

Thinking of visiting Lopez Island in January? Expect low temperatures reaching 8°C (46°F) during the day, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Lopez Island in January

You can expect rain on around 18 days based on historical patterns, with 94 mm (3.7 in) average for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Lopez Island in January

In January, expect low temperatures in Lopez Island, with highs of 8°C (46°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F) at night. Winter occurs in January. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. Nights drop to 3°C (37°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Lopez Island in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 74 hours of sunshine.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Lopez Island.

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Lopez Island Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 60%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 94 mm (3.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
SunshineSunshine 74 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 27% *  
* Data from: Friday Harbor, the United States of America (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Daily Historical Temperatures

51-year average (1976-2026)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Lopez Island typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 8°C (46°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 2°C (36°F).

Average temperatures in January

Daily Historical Precipitation

51-year average (1976-2026)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in January

Historical weather for Lopez Island in January

Browse day-by-day weather records for Lopez Island spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Lopez Island historical weather extremes in January

Our historical data for Lopez Island spans 1976 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.

  • On January 29, 2024, temperatures climbed to 16°C (61°F), marking the warmest January day on record.

Best Places in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of the United States of America in January →

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Lopez Island in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Lopez Island in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Lopez Island in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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