United StatesThe weather in January in Santa Barbara
It's pleasantly warm in January in Santa Barbara with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 9°C.
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Santa Barbara. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Santa Barbara, 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 30°C in 2021, Santa Barbara 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 -1°C to a highest value of 15°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Santa Barbara is 16°C this month. This is probably too cold to swim without protective gear.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 94 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in January for Santa Barbara
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Santa Barbara. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Santa Barbara | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 19°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 21°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 4°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Santa Barbara with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 8°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 20°C, with nights around 8°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 Santa Barbara is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 7°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 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 Santa Barbara, California. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Santa Barbara
Temperature in January in Santa Barbara over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara
Total precipitation in January in Santa Barbara over the years
Daily UV index in January in Santa Barbara
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Santa Barbara. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.