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Santa Maria Weather in January
January in Santa Maria brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 19°C (66°F) and nights around 5°C (41°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 70 mm (2.8 in), so pack an umbrella.
Rainfall in Santa Maria in January
Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 7 days with rain, averaging 70 mm (2.8 in) for the month. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.
Temperature in Santa Maria in January
Daytime temperatures in Santa Maria reach 19°C (66°F) in January, dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With lows around 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Santa Maria. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Santa Maria Temperature in January
Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Chance of Rain
23%
Precipitation
70 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
7 days
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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 Santa Maria in January
Pleasant temperatures in January mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days.
What To Do in Santa Maria in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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