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Rancho Santa Fe Weather in January
January in Rancho Santa Fe sees daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) at night. Pack a rain jacket because some rainfall is likely.
Rainfall in Rancho Santa Fe in January
Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 5 days with rain, averaging 44 mm (1.7 in) for the month. Showers tend to be short but heavy rather than persistent drizzle. When it rains, it usually means it, but it doesn't last long.
Temperature in Rancho Santa Fe in January
Daytime temperatures in Rancho Santa Fe reach 19°C (66°F) in January, dropping to 7°C (45°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights drop to 7°C (45°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.
Sunshine in Rancho Santa Fe in January
Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 240 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Rancho Santa Fe.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Rancho Santa Fe. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Rancho Santa Fe Temperature in January
Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Chance of Rain
18%
Precipitation
44 mm (1.7 in)
Rainy days
5 days
Humidity
64% *
Sunshine
240 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
75% *
* Data from: San Diego, the United States of America (34 KM, 21 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 Rancho Santa Fe in January
For Rancho Santa Fe 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. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Rancho Santa Fe in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping5/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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