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Visiting Big Sur, United States in January

The weather in January is slightly colder than the previous month. January has average maximum temperatures of 16°C (61°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 63.5% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.3hrs. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Big Sur.

January has total rainfall of 7.3cm (2.9inches) making it mostly dry with only light showers. There are just 8.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 14°C (56°F). January is too cold for swimming in Big Sur for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in January is slightly cooler than the previous month.

Consider visiting Big Sur in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.

Can you sunbathe in Big Sur in January?

No, January is not a good time for sunbathing in Big Sur.

January has average maximum temperatures of 16°C (61°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 63.5% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.3hrs. January has total rainfall of 7.3cm (2.9inches) making it mostly dry with only light showers. There are just 8.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

More about January temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Big Sur in January?

No, January is too cold for swimming in Big Sur for any length of time, with the sea water at 14°C (56°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about January sea temperatures.

Is January a good time to holiday in Big Sur?

Probably not, January is not a good time for a holiday in Big Sur.

January has average maximum temperatures of 16°C (61°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 63.5% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.3hrs. January has total rainfall of 7.3cm (2.9inches) making it mostly dry with only light showers. There are just 8.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Big Sur. Sea temperatures are a cold 14°C (56°F). January is too cold for swimming in Big Sur for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the January temperatures and sunshine.

Is Big Sur warm in January?

No, Big Sur is a little too chilly for sunbathing in January.

The average maximum temperature in Big Sur in January is 16°C (61°F). The average maximum temperature is 17°C (62°) in the previous month and 16°C (62°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Big Sur in January is 11°C (52°F). The average temperature is 11°C (53°F) in the previous month and 12°C (53°F) in the next month.

More info about the January temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Big Sur in January?

The average day light hours per day in Big Sur in January are 10. The sunshine percentage is 63.5% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.3hrs.

More about January sunshine.

Temperature in Big Sur in January

The weather in January is slightly colder than the previous month. The average maximum temperature in Big Sur in January is 16°C (61°F). The average maximum temperature is 17°C (62°F) in the previous month and 16°C (62°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Big Sur in January is 11°C (52°F). The average temperature is 11°C (53°F) in the previous month and 12°C (53°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Big Sur in January is 6°C (43°F). The minimum temperature is 7°C (44°F) in the previous month and 7°C (44°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Big Sur in January

The days in January are marginally longer than the previous month and the days continue to get slightly longer into February. January has marginally more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise into February. During January the average day light hours are 10 per day in Big Sur. The sunshine percentage is 63.5% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.3hrs.

The ultraviolet index in Big Sur in January is typically 2.8 during January. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Big Sur in January

The average sea water temperature in Big Sur in January is 13.6°C (56.5°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in January is slightly cooler than the previous month.

Rainfall in Big Sur in January

January weather is slightly wetter than the previous month. January has fewer days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Big Sur in January is 7.3cm (2.9inches) and on average there are 8.9 rainy days in January making it a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Big Sur in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Big Sur in January is 9°C (48°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 9°C (49°F) in the previous month and 10°C (10°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Big Sur in January is typically 90.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 90.6% in the previous month and 91.4% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Big Sur in January is typically 74.8%. The average relative humidity is 74.8% in the previous month and 74.6% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Big Sur in January

The average maximum wind speed in Big Sur in January is typically 22KM/H (14MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 22KM/H (13MPH) in the previous month and 25KM/H (15MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Big Sur in January is typically 9KM/H (5MPH). The average wind speed is 8KM/H (5MPH) in the previous month and 10KM/H (6MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Big Sur in January is from the South.

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