Carlsbad in January
7.6out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 15°C. Very dry: about 3 rainy days.
15°CAvg high
1°CAvg low
3Rainy days (15 mm)
10:06 hDaylight
07:03Sunrise · 17:09 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 15°C
- Very dry: about 3 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Gloves for freezing mornings
- Comfortable walking shoes
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in January is fairly consistent from year to year (2.2 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C | 1°C | 15 mm | 3 | – | – | 7.6 |
| February | 19°C | 3°C | 15 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.2 |
| March | 23°C | 7°C | 18 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| April | 28°C | 11°C | 17 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| May | 32°C | 16°C | 27 mm | 4 | – | – | 7.7 |
| June | 36°C | 21°C | 19 mm | 4 | – | – | 6.5 |
| July | 36°C | 22°C | 30 mm | 5 | – | – | 6.6 |
| August | 35°C | 22°C | 31 mm | 6 | – | – | 6.7 |
| September | 31°C | 18°C | 42 mm | 5 | – | – | 7.8 |
| October | 26°C | 12°C | 30 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.5 |
| November | 20°C | 5°C | 18 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.4 |
| December | 15°C | 1°C | 17 mm | 3 | – | – | 7.5 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Carlsbad in January?
Daytime highs average 15°C and nights about 1°C.
When is the best time to visit Carlsbad?
The best months are April, March, October, November.