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Zion National Park Weather in January
With daytime temperatures of 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows of -7°C (19°F), January in Zion National Park brings low temperatures during the day. Some snow/rainfall is to be expected during the month.
Rainfall in Zion National Park in January
Past climate data indicates that roughly 8 days will see snow/rain, totalling around 42 mm (1.7 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.
Temperature in Zion National Park in January
January in Zion National Park sees highs of 8°C (46°F) and lows of -7°C (19°F) overnight. January is part of the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights drop below freezing to -7°C (19°F). An extra blanket is worth packing if you're unsure about the heating where you're staying.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Zion National Park. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Zion National Park Temperature in January
Min Temperature
-7°C (19°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
25%
Precipitation
42 mm (1.7 in)
Rainy days
8 days
Zion National Park Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Zion National Park typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 8°C (46°F). Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -7°C (19°F) to -5°C (23°F).
Average temperatures in January
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2026)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in January
Historical weather records for Zion National Park in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Zion National Park spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Zion National Park historical weather extremes in January
Based on weather observations in Zion National Park between 1999 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
- The warmest day in January was on January 20, 2014, with a maximum of 18°C (64°F).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to -24°C (-11°F) on January 1, 2011, marking the coldest January night on record.
- The wettest January day on record brought 27 mm (1.1 in) of precipitation to Zion National Park (January 26, 2000).
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 Zion National Park in January
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Zion National Park in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket.
What To Do in Zion National Park in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling4/10 -
Walking4/10 -
Barbeque1/10 -
Camping2/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
Zion National Park 3-Day Forecast
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