Channel Islands National Park in January
In January, Channel Islands National Park averages a high of 67°F and a low of 47°F, with 4.4 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 15,000 people visit, the quietest month. Days are 10 hours 07 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 67° / 47°F
- Precipitation
- 4.4in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 10h 7m
- Visitors
- 15,000
- Crowds
- Moderate
Best months for weather and crowds instead: May (busy), September (busy) and October (busy).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Santa Barbara, CA, 27.5 miles from the park's center, 16 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in January
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sequoia National Park | 39° / 17° | Quiet | Cold |
| Pinnacles National Park | 63° / 34° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
| Kings Canyon National Park | 39° / 17° | Quiet | Cold |
| Joshua Tree National Park | 63° / 42° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Death Valley National Park | 67° / 43° | Busy | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Channel Islands National Park on nps.gov
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