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United States of America Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the United States of America in January.

Are you planning a trip a to the United States of America in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the United States of America in January

The United States of America offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In January, one might encounter temperatures that range from very cold to warm, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Bettles at -20°C (-4°F) to warm in Wailuku at 26°C (79°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Wailuku and -27°C (-17°F) in Bettles. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

For specific regional insights in the United States of America, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no snow/rainfall in Powell with an average of 3.5 mm (0.1 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in Mount Rainier National Park with 512 mm (20 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In New York City, you can expect around 161 hours of sunlight in January, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore the United States of America by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the United States of America — and find the best time to visit. (based on New York City)

Best Places to Visit in the United States of America in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the United States of America.

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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).

Popular Destinations in the United States of America

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in the United States of America?

Temperature range in the United States of America (January)

Precipitation variation in the United States of America (January)

New York City

In January New York City generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
141 hours
161 hours
162 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Kissimmee

In January Kissimmee generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
210 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Orlando

In January Orlando generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
76 mm (3 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Los Angeles

In January Los Angeles generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
224 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Destin

In January Destin generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the United States of America.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the United States of America in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
New York City 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Los Angeles 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Miami 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Sedona 13°C (55°F) 0°C (32°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Houston 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Las Vegas 15°C (59°F) 3°C (37°F) 8.8 mm (0.3 in)

The United States of America weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the United States of America in January?

the United States of America typically experiences poor weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in New York City average around 4°C (39°F), and temperatures drop to about -2°C (28°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the United States of America in January?

Average temperatures in the United States of America during January range from a nighttime low near -2°C (28°F) to a daytime high around 4°C (39°F) in New York City.

Does the United States of America get a lot of snow/rain in January?

January is on the drier side in the United States of America. New York City averages only about 94 mm (3.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit the United States of America?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to the United States of America with often poor weather in New York City.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in September offering mostly perfect weather in New York City. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the United States of America.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to the United States of America? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in the United States of America.

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