Alta weather in January (Wyoming, United States of America)

Thinking of visiting Alta in January? Check the weather first! This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

January in Alta generally includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is part of the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at -2°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -12°C. With temperatures this low, you'll need to dress warmly. Staying prepared is crucial to avoid the discomfort of the cold.

Precipitation

Alta in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 76 mm for the month. Snow is expected on roughly 17 days.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 120 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Alta. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Alta climate page with graphs.

 

Alta, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -12°C  

Max Temperature -2°C  

Chance of Rain 55%  

Precipitation 76 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 120 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Jackson, the United States of America (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in January

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Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Alta 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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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