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San Marcos Weather in January

In San Marcos, January brings pleasant daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), with nights cooling to 7°C (45°F). Some rainfall is to be expected.

Rainfall in San Marcos in January

Historically, the month has about 6 days of rain, averaging 51 mm (2 in) in total. Rainfall tends to arrive in short, intense showers this month. Rain days are few, but the showers can be surprisingly heavy.

Temperature in San Marcos in January

San Marcos has excellent weather in January, with days reaching 20°C (68°F) and nights cooling to 7°C (45°F). The winter season is characteristic of January. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With lows around 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in San Marcos in January

There are approximately 240 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

San Marcos Temperature in January

Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
19%
Precipitation
51 mm (2 in)
Rainy days
6 days
Humidity
64% *
Sunshine
240 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
75% *
* Data from: San Diego, the United States of America (47 KM, 29 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 San Marcos 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. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in San Marcos in January

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

  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    9/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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