Sacramento (CA)
January
Weather in Sacramento, California for January 2026
Your guide to Sacramento weather in January - trends and predictions
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So far, January 2026 in Sacramento is slightly warmer than the historical average by 0.6 °F.
The forecast for the next days in Sacramento predicts temperatures to be around 17 °F, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Sacramento at the beginning of January is 12.4 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 17.6 °F by the end of January.
Sacramento in January brings notable rainfall, with an average of 20 rainy days and a total precipitation of 134.4 mm.
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12°/5°
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17 km/h
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78 %
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Sacramento Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Sacramento
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January weather in Sacramento day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| Jan. 1 |  Sunny | 13° /6° | 7.1 mm | 3 | |
| Jan. 2 |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 13° /7° | 3.1 mm | 2 | |
| Jan. 3 |  Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 12° /7° | 20.9 mm | 2 | |
| Jan. 4 | Moderate rain at times | 12° /5° | 29.5 mm | 3 | |
| Jan. 5 |  Fog | 12° /6° | 10.8 mm | 2 | |
| Jan. 6 | Fog | 12° /5° | 0.9 mm | 2 | |
| Jan. 7 | Sunny | 13° /6° | 2.8 mm | 3 | |
| Jan. 8 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 12° /5° | 5.3 mm | 3 | |
| Jan. 9 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 13° /4° | 9.2 mm | 3 | |
| Jan. 10 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 13° /4° | 7.6 mm | 3 | |
| Jan. 11 |  Heavy rain at times | 12° /3° | 3.7 mm | 3 | |
| Jan. 12 |  Partly cloudy | 12° /3° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| Jan. 13 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 13° /4° | 7.2 mm | 2 | |
| Jan. 14 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 14° /4° | 7.9 mm | 3 | |
| Jan. 15 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 14° /4° | 3.8 mm | 3 | |
| Jan. 16 | Mist | 14° /4° | 5.8 mm | 3 | |
| Jan. 17 | Mist | 13° /4° | 0.8 mm | 3 | |
| Jan. 18 |  Patchy rain possible | 10° /4° | 2.5 mm | 3 | |
| Jan. 19 | Patchy rain possible | 10° /5° | 0.3 mm | 0.5 | |
| Jan. 20 |  Overcast | 16° /2° | 0 mm | 0.5 | |
| Jan. 21 | Overcast | 16° /8° | 0 mm | 0.4 | |
| Jan. 22 | Overcast | 18° /9° | 0 mm | 0.4 | |
| Jan. 23 | Sunny | 17° /7° | 0 mm | 0 | |
| Jan. 24 | Sunny | 16° /6° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| Jan. 25 | Sunny | 17° /6° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| Jan. 26 | Sunny | 16° /7° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| Jan. 27 | Sunny | 17° /7° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| Jan. 28 | Patchy rain possible | 17° /9° | 0.2 mm | 3 | |
| Jan. 29 | Sunny | 18° /8° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| Jan. 30 | Sunny | 19° /8° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| Jan. 31 | Sunny | 19° /8° | 0 mm | 4 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Sacramento in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Sacramento forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Sacramento in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Sacramento during January?
During January, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 12° and lows near 5°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Sacramento during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 134.4 mm is expected in Sacramento during January, occurring over more than 20 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Sacramento during January?
The average wind speed in Sacramento during January is 17 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
January rainfall patterns in Sacramento
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Typically, Sacramento has 20 rainy days in January with a total of 134.4 mm of rainfall.
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