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Harpers Ferry Weather in January

With daytime temperatures of 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows of -5°C (23°F), January in Harpers Ferry brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical. Around 68 mm (2.7 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Harpers Ferry in January

Historically, the month has about 9 days of snow/rain, averaging 68 mm (2.7 in) in total. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Harpers Ferry in January

Daytime temperatures in Harpers Ferry reach 5°C (41°F) in January, dropping to -5°C (23°F) at night. This month falls in the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With overnight lows of -5°C (23°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. Since it's the coldest month of the year, you'll want to bundle up with extra layers and winter clothing.

January in Harpers Ferry has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Harpers Ferry Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-5°C (23°F)
Max Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
68 mm (2.7 in)
Rainy days
9 days

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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 Harpers Ferry in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Harpers Ferry 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 Harpers Ferry in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    3/10
  • Walking
    3/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    3/10

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