Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Astoria in January
Little changes in Astoria from December: highs stay near 47°F (9°C), lows near 40°F (4°C), and about 10.7 in (271 mm) of rain falls.
With a comfort score of 30/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by rain.
- Avg high
- 47°F (9°C)
- Avg low
- 40°F (4°C)
- Rain
- 10.7 in (271 mm)
- Humidity
- 91%
- Cloud cover
- 81%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 49 min
- Comfort score
- 30/100 · Tough
What January feels like
Cool days top out near 47°F (9°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 40°F (4°C).
It's a very wet month, with around 10.7 in (271 mm) of rain, so keep plans flexible and have indoor backups ready.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 81%.
Daylight is short, roughly 8 h 49 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around January
January is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are July – September.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, November – January.
- Comfort holds steady from December (29 → 30/100).
- Our Oregon Coast Hideaways route recommends May – Sep, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- Insulated jackethighs only 47°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes10.7 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Astoria in January
With 10.7 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Blue Scorcher Bakery Café
Worker-owned bakery for breads, pastries and breakfast with organic ingredients.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 10.7 in of rain.
Fort George Brewery
Brewery and pizza-and-pub-food spot in a 1920s auto garage downtown.
Why now Easy to slot in when January's rain moves in.
Columbia River Maritime Museum
Museum on the 'Graveyard of the Pacific' river bar, with a lightship you can board.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 10.7 in of rain.
Flavel House Museum
1885 Queen Anne mansion of a river bar pilot, furnished in period style.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in January.
Bowpicker Fish & Chips
Albacore tuna fish and chips served from a converted gillnet boat.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter January days.
Nearby in January
- Cannon Beach in January~21 mi · highs 47°F, 10.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Portland in January~72 mi · highs 47°F, 8.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Olympic NP in January~112 mi · highs 32°F, 11.3 in rain or snow · 9°C (16°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Bainbridge Island in January~117 mi · highs 46°F, 6.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~165 m to Astoria's ~7 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Astoria in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Astoria?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 30/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are July – September. Expect highs of 47°F (9°C) and 10.7 in (271 mm) of rain. Our Oregon Coast Hideaways route recommends May – Sep, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Astoria in January?
Average highs are 47°F (9°C) and average lows 40°F (4°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Astoria in January?
Yes: about 10.7 in (271 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 70.2 in (1782 mm).
What should I pack for Astoria in January?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 47°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (10.7 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Astoria in January?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.