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Denali National Park and Preserve Weather in January

January in Denali National Park and Preserve brings very low temperatures around -13°C (9°F) during the day, dropping to -19°C (-2°F) at night, with quite a bit of snowfall expected, averaging around 71 mm (2.8 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Denali National Park and Preserve in January

Snow is expected on roughly 11 days, totalling around 71 mm (2.8 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Denali National Park and Preserve in January

In January, expect very low temperatures in Denali National Park and Preserve, with highs of -13°C (9°F) and lows of -19°C (-2°F) at night. During January, you'll experience the winter season. Cold conditions tend to persist from morning through evening, so be prepared for winter weather. With lows of -19°C (-2°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. During the coldest month of the year, be prepared to bundle up with heavy winter gear.

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Denali National Park and Preserve Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -19°C (-2°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -13°C (9°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 71 mm (2.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  

Best Places in the United States of America in January

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Denali National Park and Preserve in January

Winter clothing is essential for visiting Denali National Park and Preserve in January. If you have a heavy coat, waterproof boots with good traction, and plenty of warm layers it's smart to bring them. Pack cloths like thermal underwear, wool socks, and insulated gloves. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days.

What To Do in Denali National Park and Preserve in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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