January 2 is statistically one of the best days of the year in San Diego. With minimal rain risk (13%) and pleasant highs of 17°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. You'll find plenty of company in San Diego this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for San Diego
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
English
Driving
Right side
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Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
San Diego Weather Forecast for January 2
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 16.9°C. 13% chance of rain."
What to Wear in San Diego in January
Based on historical data for January 2, San Diego typically experiences temperatures between 8.2°C and 16.9°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (13% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for San Diego
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
16.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
8.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16.9°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
13%
Avg 0.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
46%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.5 hPa
Low volatility
San Diego Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 97% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 160 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 240 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 400 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12.4°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
Busy
66/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~296
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in San Diego
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:52
☀️ Noon
11:53
🌇 Sunset
16:55
⏱️ Daylight
10h 2m
Wind Speed
13.1 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in San Diego
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Moderate seismic activity. Occasional tremors possible.
Eastern Pacific Hurricane Risk
Season: May - Nov
Travel Alert: This region has elevated natural risks. We recommend registering with your embassy and keeping emergency numbers handy.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, San Diego on January 2 averages 16.9°C with a 13% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 96/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
San Diego Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
January 6
17.6°C • 13% rain
Score
98
January 7
17.6°C • 14% rain
Score
98
January 8
17.6°C • 12% rain
Score
98
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📍 Is San Diego Worth Visiting on January 2?
Planning a trip to San Diego on January 2? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 16.9°C with a 13% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 296 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 15.2°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.39m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 2 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 21.4°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 2°C in 2019.