Stockton weather in January

January in Stockton averages 58°F by day and 39°F at night, with 3.6 inches of precipitation. It is the 12th-warmest and 1st-wettest month of the year here.

StocktonCaliforniaPop. 324,597
Average high
58°F-1° vs December
Average low
39°F8 nights below freezing
Precipitation
3.6 in8 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
0.0 in0 days at 90°F+

Is January a good time to visit Stockton?

January is cool, with highs around 58°F. The most comfortable months overall are February to May and October to November.

On January 15 the sun rises at 7:20 am and sets at 5:09 pm, giving 9h 50m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for Stockton in January

  • Long sleeves, a warm jacket and closed shoes
  • An umbrella or rain jacket

Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.

January nearby

CityDistanceHighLowPrecip.
Stockton58°F39°F3.6 in
Manteca, CA12 mi57°F39°F2.7 in
Tracy, CA18 mi56°F41°F2.5 in
Antioch, CA25 mi56°F40°F2.7 in
Modesto, CA28 mi56°F39°F2.6 in
Livermore, CA29 mi57°F38°F2.8 in
Elk Grove, CA31 mi57°F41°F3.9 in

Warmer places in January

Big cities with comfortable January highs between 68°F and 86°F:

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Stockton in January?

In January, Stockton averages a high of 58°F and a low of 39°F, with 3.6 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is January a good time to visit Stockton?

January is cool to cold in Stockton, with average highs of 58°F. Pack warm layers.

Does it snow in Stockton in January?

Rarely. The January snowfall normal is under half an inch.

Before and after: Stockton in December and Stockton in February. All twelve months: Stockton weather by month.

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Stockton Fire Stn 4, CA, 1.8 miles from the city center.