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Foster City Weather in January

Foster City in January sees moderate temperatures, with highs around 15°C (59°F) and overnight lows of 6°C (43°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 61 mm (2.4 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Foster City in January

Rain is expected on roughly 9 days, totalling around 61 mm (2.4 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Foster City in January

In January, Foster City gets moderate temperatures, with highs of 15°C (59°F). Nights cool to around 6°C (43°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. With overnight lows of 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Foster City in January

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

Wind Speed in Foster City 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

At 12°C (54°F), the water is very cold. Most people find it too uncomfortable for anything beyond a brief wade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Foster City. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Foster City Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 12°C (54°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 61 mm (2.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 3 m/s (6 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 186 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 61% *  
* Data from: San Francisco, the United States of America (11 KM, 7 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in January

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Legend 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 Foster City in January

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in January, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Expect water temperatures of around 12°C (54°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Foster City 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
10/10

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