January Weather in San Luis Obispo

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in San Luis Obispo, United States, during January is characterized by an average temperature of 12°C (54°F). Highs can soar to 21°C (70°F), while lows may dip to 5°C (42°F). Typically, the humidity level in San Luis Obispo throughout January hovers around 80%.

5°C (42°F)

Minimum temperature

12°C (54°F)

Average temperature

21°C (70°F)

Maximum temperature

80%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In January, San Luis Obispo averages 110 mm (4.3 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 6 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 10 hours 4 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 5 hours 46 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 53% probability of sunny days during this period.

110 mm (4.3 inches)

Precipitation

6 rainy days

Rainy days

5 hours 46 minutes

Sunshine hours

53%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In January, the UV Index in San Luis Obispo reaches a maximum of 4, indicating a level of Moderate exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 30 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 1 2 3 4 4 3 2 1 1 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 45 min

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