Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Healdsburg in January
Little changes in Healdsburg from December: highs stay near 56°F (13°C), lows near 45°F (7°C), and about 6.5 in (164 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 63/100, 11th of 12.
- Avg high
- 56°F (13°C)
- Avg low
- 45°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 6.5 in (164 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 55%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 35 min
- Comfort score
- 63/100 · Good
What January feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 56°F (13°C), good for long walks.
Lows average 45°F (7°C).
Expect regular rain: about 6.5 in (164 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around January
January sits mid-table; the best months are May – October.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, December – February.
- Comfort improves from 56/100 in December to 63/100.
- Our California Wine Country route recommends Apr – Oct, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 45°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.5 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Healdsburg in January
With 6.5 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
SingleThread
Three-Michelin-star farm restaurant serving a Japanese-inspired tasting menu.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 6.5 in of rain.
Dry Creek Vineyard
Family winery since 1972 with picnic lawns and crisp Sauvignon Blanc.
Why now Easy to slot in when January's rain moves in.
Ridge Vineyards Lytton Springs
Straw-bale tasting room known for old-vine Zinfandel blends.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter January days.
Dry Creek General Store
1881 country store with a deli counter and an old bar.
Healdsburg Ridge Open Space Preserve
Short trails through oak woodland to views over the Russian River valley.
Nearby in January
- Sonoma in January~31 mi · highs 57°F, 4.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Napa in January~33 mi · highs 54°F, 4.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, drier
- San Francisco in January~63 mi · highs 56°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Old Sacramento Waterfront in January~74 mi · highs 58°F, 3.6 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Healdsburg in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Healdsburg?
It's middling, scoring 63/100. The best months are May – October, at up to 100. Expect highs of 56°F (13°C) and 6.5 in (164 mm) of rain. Our California Wine Country route recommends Apr – Oct, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Healdsburg in January?
Average highs are 56°F (13°C) and average lows 45°F (7°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Healdsburg in January?
Yes: about 6.5 in (164 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 36.7 in (931 mm).
What should I pack for Healdsburg in January?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 45°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.5 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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