Mount Rainier National Park weather in January (Washington State, United States of America)
How is January weather typically in Mount Rainier National Park ? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.
Temperatures
The month of January in Mount Rainier National Park typically includes very low temperatures and heavy snowfall. January is typically considered a winter month. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching -5°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to -12°C. As one of the coldest months, it's important to layer up to stay warm. Don't let the chill catch you off-guard.
Precipitation
Mount Rainier National Park in January falls under the rainy season with heavy snowfall, averaging around 512 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 22 days will experience snowfall.Average sunshine
The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 66 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Mount Rainier National Park . July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mount Rainier National Park climate page with graphs.
Mount Rainier National Park , monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-12°C
Max Temperature
-5°C
Chance of Rain
73%
Precipitation
512 mm
Rainy days
22 days
Sunshine
66 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
22% *
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.
perfect weather
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Visitors traveling to Mount Rainier National Park 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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