Santa Cruz weather in January (California, United States of America)
Curious about the January weather in Santa Cruz? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In January, Santa Cruz typically experiences moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 15°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 5°C.
Santa Cruz in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 106 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 9 days of rain.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Santa Cruz. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Santa Cruz climate page with graphs.
Santa Cruz, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
5°C
Max Temperature
15°C
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
106 mm
Rainy days
9 days
Where to go in the United States of America in January
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in Santa Cruz in January?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.
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