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Long Beach Weather in January

Long Beach in January averages 9°C (48°F) during the day and 3°C (37°F) at night. January is part of the rainy season, and falls within the winter season, so frequent rainfall is typical.

Rainfall in Long Beach in January

Long Beach is in the rainy season in January, with rain on around 22 days and an average of 295 mm (12 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in Long Beach in January

Expect highs of 9°C (48°F) in Long Beach in January, with nights dropping to around 3°C (37°F). January is known for being in the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. At 3°C (37°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Long Beach in January

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 84 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

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

Long Beach Temperature in January

Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
73%
Precipitation
295 mm (12 in)
Rainy days
22 days
Sunshine
84 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Astoria, the United States of America (25 KM, 15 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 Long Beach in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Long Beach in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Long Beach 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
    3/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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