January Rainfall and Precipitation in The United States of America

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across the United States of America in January.

The United States of America experiences in January precipitation ranging from a almost none 3.5 mm (0.1 in) in Powell to a heavy 512 mm (20 in) in Mount Rainier National Park . January falls during the winter season.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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

How much snow/rainfall does the United States of America receive in January?

New York City stays mostly dry in January, with average snow/rainfall close to 94 mm (3.7 in).

How many days does it rain in the United States of America in January?

New York City sees roughly 12 days rainy days during January.

Is January part of the rainy season in the United States of America?

January is generally a drier month for the United States of America, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in January in the United States of America?

In our database, Mount Rainier National Park stands out as having an average snowfall level of 512 mm (20 in), making it the wettest location.

What is the driest city in January in the United States of America?

The driest place is Powell with an average snow/rainfall of 3.5 mm (0.1 in) according to our data.

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