Weather in Santa Cruz California in january 2025

The weather in Santa Cruz California in the month of january comes from statistical datas on the past years. You can view the weather statistics for the whole month, but also by clicking on the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.

Average weather throughout january

tolerable weather

Weather at 6am
49°F

Partly Cloudy

24%

Moderate rain at times

11%

Cloudy

9%

Weather at 12pm
61°F

Partly Cloudy

22%

Moderate rain at times

13%

Cloudy

8%

Weather at 6pm
52°F

Partly Cloudy

24%

Moderate rain at times

12%

Cloudy

7%

Weather at 3am
49°F

Clear/Sunny

50%

Partly Cloudy

24%

Moderate rain at times

14%

Cloudy

7%



Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Santa Cruz California in january

These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Santa Cruz California in january.


The climate of Santa Cruz California in january is tolerable

The weather in january in Santa Cruz California is quite dry (with 5.9in of rainfall over 5 days). The weather's not getting better compared to the previous month since in december there is an average of 4.6in of precipitation over 6 days.

The climate is rather cool here january, but it is bearable by dressing hot. Temperatures are up to 61°F. On average, the recorded minimum temperature is 49°F. Thus, the mean temperature average in january in Santa Cruz California is 54°F. Note that these seasonal averages are in contrast with those observed in Santa Cruz California in january with a maximum record of 76°F in 2018 and a minimum record of 34°F in 2016. You can hope to have about 8 days with temperatures up to 65°F, or 26% of the month.

In january in Santa Cruz California, the days on average last 09:55. Sunrise is at 08:20 and sunset is at 18:15.

With a correct weather, this month is okay (but not good) to go in that area.



January: another location in California?

If you want to go to California in january, there are destinations with better weather than Santa Cruz California:

In january, Los Angeles , San Diego, Channel Islands National Park, Encinitas, Gaviota and Hollywood have good weather.

more information about California's weather in january


Seasonal average climate and temperature of Santa Cruz California in january

Check below seasonal norms These statistics are compiled from the weather statements of the last years of the month of january.

January
Outside temperature
Average temperature 54°F
Highest temperature 61°F
Lowest temperature 49°F
Highest record temperature 76°F
(2018)
Lowest record temperature 34°F
(2016)
Number of days at +65°F 8 day(s)
(26%)
Sea temperature
Average sea temperature 55°F
Lowest sea temperature 51°F
Highest sea temperature 58°F
Wind
Wind speed 14km/h
Wind temperature 47°F
Precipitation (rainfall)
Rainfall 5.9in
Number of days with rainfall 5 day(s)
(18%)
Record daily rainfall 4.1in
(2017)
Other climate data
Humidity 77%
Visibility 9.42km
Cloud cover 32%
UV index 4
Daily sunshine hours 10
Sunrise and sunset
Time of sunrise 08:20
Time of sunset 18:15
Length of day 09:55
Our opinion about the weather in january
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable



How was the weather last january?

Here is the day by day recorded weather in Santa Cruz California in january 2024:

01-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
45°F to 63°F
02-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
47°F to 58°F
03-01-2024
Light rain shower
47°F to 52°F
04-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
41°F to 56°F
05-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
45°F to 59°F
06-01-2024
Overcast
43°F to 54°F
07-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
38°F to 54°F
08-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
38°F to 56°F
09-01-2024
Cloudy
43°F to 56°F
10-01-2024
Patchy rain nearby
40°F to 50°F
11-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
40°F to 54°F
12-01-2024
Partly Cloudy
40°F to 56°F
13-01-2024
Patchy rain nearby
41°F to 50°F
14-01-2024
Patchy rain nearby
49°F to 58°F
15-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
47°F to 61°F
16-01-2024
Partly Cloudy
47°F to 63°F
17-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
54°F to 61°F
18-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
45°F to 61°F
19-01-2024
Partly Cloudy
50°F to 61°F
20-01-2024
Light rain shower
52°F to 58°F
21-01-2024
Partly Cloudy
52°F to 58°F
22-01-2024
Light rain shower
54°F to 59°F
23-01-2024
Patchy rain nearby
50°F to 59°F
24-01-2024
Patchy light rain
47°F to 56°F
25-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
49°F to 59°F
26-01-2024
Partly Cloudy
47°F to 65°F
27-01-2024
Partly Cloudy
52°F to 68°F
28-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
56°F to 72°F
29-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
56°F to 68°F
30-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
52°F to 63°F
31-01-2024
Partly Cloudy
50°F to 58°F

Map: other cities in California in january

Cities near Santa Cruz California:

Pacific Grove in januarytolerable weather
San Jose in januarytolerable weather
Pescadero in januarytolerable weather
Silicon Valley in januarytolerable weather
Carmel-by-the-Sea in januarytolerable weather
Half Moon Bay in januarytolerable weather
Moss Beach in januarytolerable weather
Big Sur in januarytolerable weather
Oakland in januarytolerable weather
San Francisco in januarytolerable weather
Golden Gate National Recreation Area in januarytolerable weather
Stinson Beach in januarytolerable weather
California in january: See full list of cities

Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in january.

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Weather data for Santa Cruz California in january:

Weather data for Santa Cruz California for january are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Santa Cruz California. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Santa Cruz California can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Santa Cruz California.


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