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Malibu Weather in January

With daytime temperatures of 19°C (66°F) and nighttime lows of 11°C (52°F), January in Malibu brings pleasant temperatures during the day. Some rainfall is to be expected during the month.

Rainfall in Malibu in January

Rain is expected on roughly 5 days, totalling around 53 mm (2.1 in) for the month. Although rain is not especially frequent, individual showers can still be quite heavy.

Temperature in Malibu in January

In January, Malibu sees pleasant temperatures, with highs of 19°C (66°F). Nights drop to around 11°C (52°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 11°C (52°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Malibu in January

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 224 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for playing sports, visiting parks, or going for a bike ride.

January in Malibu can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Malibu Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C (52°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 18%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 53 mm (2.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
HumidityHumidity 57% *  
SunshineSunshine 224 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 71% *  
* Data from: Los Angeles, the United States of America (38 KM, 23 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 Malibu in January

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in January. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Malibu in January

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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