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El Segundo Weather in January

El Segundo in January sees pleasant temperatures, with highs around 20°C (68°F) and overnight lows of 9°C (48°F). Overall excellent conditions make it one of the better months to visit.

Rainfall in El Segundo in January

Typically around 5 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 46 mm (1.8 in) for the month. Rainfall tends to arrive in short, intense showers this month. Rain days are few, but the showers can be surprisingly heavy.

Temperature in El Segundo in January

El Segundo has excellent weather in January, with days reaching 20°C (68°F) and nights cooling to 9°C (48°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With overnight lows of 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in El Segundo in January

The month enjoys around 224 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in El Segundo in January

Average wind speeds reach 3 m/s (6 knots) in January, creating light breezes that feel pleasant throughout the day. Some days are calmer, while others bring slightly more active breezes.

Average water temperature in January

The water temperature is 14°C (57°F), chilly, but perfectly fine for a swim if you're not too sensitive to cold water. A short wetsuit can make longer sessions more comfortable.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a good time to visit El Segundo.

El Segundo Temperature in January

Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Water Temperature
14°C (57°F) *
Chance of Rain
17%
Precipitation
46 mm (1.8 in)
Rainy days
5 days
Humidity
57% *
Windspeed
3 m/s (6 knots) *
Sunshine
224 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
71% *
* Data from: Los Angeles, the United States of America (2 KM, 1 Miles).

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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 El Segundo in January

For El Segundo in January, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Expect water temperatures of around 14°C (57°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in El Segundo in January

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

  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Camping
    5/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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