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Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve Weather in January

Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve in January averages -3°C (27°F) during the day and -8°C (18°F) at night. January is part of the rainy season, and falls within the winter season, so frequent snowfall is typical.

Rainfall in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve in January

Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve is in the rainy season in January, with rain on around 15 days and an average of 423 mm (17 in). The rain this month falls heavily when it arrives, so waterproofs are worth keeping handy.

Temperature in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve in January

Daytime temperatures in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve reach -3°C (27°F) in January, dropping to -8°C (18°F) at night. Experience the winter season in January. Staying warm is the main priority this month, especially during mornings and evenings. With lows of -8°C (18°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. This month is known for being the coldest, so make sure you pack appropriately with plenty of warm clothing.

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Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-8°C (18°F)
Max Temperature
-3°C (27°F)
Chance of Rain
49%
Precipitation
423 mm (17 in)
Rainy days
15 days

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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 Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve in January

We recommend you pack up your warm winter gear for Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve in January. If you have insulated boots, thermal layers, and a heavy winter coat that can handle snow and freezing temperatures it's smart to bring them. Don't forget gloves, a warm hat, and a scarf. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.

What To Do in Glacier Bay 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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