El Cerrito
Weather by month
Current – 10-day forecastForecast

El Cerrito Weather in January

January in El Cerrito sees daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F) at night. With around 86 mm (3.4 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in El Cerrito in January

Typically around 9 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 86 mm (3.4 in) for the month. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in El Cerrito in January

In January, El Cerrito gets moderate temperatures, with highs of 15°C (59°F). Nights cool to around 6°C (43°F). January marks the winter season. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 6°C (43°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in El Cerrito in January

The area enjoys a balanced 186 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

El Cerrito Temperature in January

Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
86 mm (3.4 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
80% *
Sunshine
186 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
61% *
* Data from: San Francisco, the United States of America (33 KM, 21 Miles).

El Cerrito Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in El Cerrito - and find the best time to visit.

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 →

perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 El Cerrito in January

Pack for changing conditions in El Cerrito in January. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in El Cerrito in January

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

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

El Cerrito 3-Day Forecast

Popular in January

Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.