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Orcas Weather in January

In Orcas, January brings low daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), with nights cooling to 3°C (37°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Orcas in January

You can typically expect 18 days of rain this month, averaging around 94 mm (3.7 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Orcas in January

In January, expect low temperatures in Orcas, with highs of 8°C (46°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F) at night. January is part of winter. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With lows around 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Orcas in January

The city usually sees around 74 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

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

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Orcas Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 60%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 94 mm (3.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
SunshineSunshine 74 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 27% *  
* Data from: Friday Harbor, the United States of America (8 KM, 5 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in January

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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 Orcas in January

Cold weather calls for smart layering in January. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Orcas 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
4/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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