January 22 is generally a great time to visit San Diego. While there is a slight chance of rain (17%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 17°C weather. San Diego is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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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 22
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 17.4°C. 17% chance of rain."
What to Wear in San Diego in January
Based on historical data for January 22, San Diego typically experiences temperatures between 8.7°C and 17.4°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (17% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for San Diego
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
17.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
8.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
17.4°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
17%
Avg 0.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
45%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.1 hPa
Medium 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 96% 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
12.3°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
06:50
☀️ Noon
12:01
🌇 Sunset
17:12
⏱️ Daylight
10h 22m
Wind Speed
13.8 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
72%
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
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
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 22 averages 17.4°C with a 17% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 92/100."
— 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
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January 15
17.9°C • 14% rain
Score
99
January 16
17.9°C • 14% rain
Score
99
January 17
17.8°C • 13% rain
Score
99
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📍 Is San Diego Worth Visiting on January 22?
Planning a trip to San Diego on January 22? 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 17.4°C with a 17% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 296 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 14.2°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.99m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 22 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 19.9°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 5.2°C in 2023.