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United StatesThe weather in January in Monterey
It's cool to moderate in January in Monterey with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 10°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? January isn’t a good month to be in Monterey. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Monterey, 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 29°C in 2014, Monterey reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 10°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 14°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Monterey is 15°C this month. This is probably too cold to swim without protective gear.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 154 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in January for Monterey
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Monterey. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Monterey | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 17°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 19°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 6°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 154 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 16 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Monterey with cool temps, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights around 8°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 18°C, with nights around 9°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Monterey is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Monterey, California. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Monterey
Temperature in January in Monterey over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Monterey, 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 Monterey
Total precipitation in January in Monterey over the years
Daily UV index in January in Monterey
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Monterey, 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 Monterey by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Monterey. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.