United StatesAverage weather for Los Angeles in January
It's pleasantly warm in January in Los Angeles with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 13°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Los Angeles with mild temps, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights around 11°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 21°C, with nights around 12°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Los Angeles is around 22°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In January, there is an average of 105 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 2 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Los Angeles in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
21°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
23°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
18°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
105 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
5 days | 12 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Los Angeles?
Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in Los Angeles. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2021, Los Angeles reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -4°C to a highest value of 17°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Los Angeles
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Los Angeles, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Los Angeles
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Los Angeles, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 5 days of precipitation in Los Angeles.
Daily UV index in January in Los Angeles
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Los Angeles, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Los Angeles over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Los Angeles, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Los Angeles over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Los Angeles, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Los Angeles
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Average weather in Los Angeles by month
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