Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve weather in January (Alaska, United States of America)
How does the January weather in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve compare to other months? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.
Temperatures
In January, Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve tends to experience very low temperatures and heavy snowfall. January is typically considered a winter month. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at -3°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to -8°C. As the coldest month of the year, it's important to pack plenty of warm clothes and winter gear.
Precipitation
Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve in January falls under the rainy season with heavy snowfall, averaging around 423 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 15 days will see snow.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, typically offer the best circumstances. While tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve climate page with graphs.
Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-8°C
Max Temperature
-3°C
Chance of Rain
49%
Precipitation
423 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Where to go in the United States of America in January
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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tolerable
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Visitors traveling to Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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