United StatesThe weather in January in Los Angeles
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.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Los Angeles, California. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
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.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 105 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 2 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in January for Los Angeles
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Los Angeles. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Los Angeles | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 21°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 23°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 8°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 105 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 12 days |
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.
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.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Los Angeles, California. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Los Angeles
Temperature in January in Los Angeles over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Los Angeles, California. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Los Angeles
Total precipitation in January in Los Angeles over the years
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.
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Average weather in Los Angeles by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Los Angeles. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.