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San Diego weather in January (California, United States of America)

What weather conditions can you expect in San Diego this January? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

The weather in San Diego during January is typically perfect, with pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 20°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 9°C.

Precipitation

San Diego in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 35 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 5 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 240 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a great time to visit. January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While December tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized San Diego climate page with graphs.

 

San Diego, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 17%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 35 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
HumidityHumidity 64%  
SunshineSunshine 240 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 75%  

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to San Diego, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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