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Hoboken Weather in January

In Hoboken, January brings low daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), with nights cooling to -3°C (27°F). Expect quite a bit of snow/rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Hoboken in January

Typically around 11 days of snow/rainfall are expected, averaging 88 mm (3.5 in) for the month. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Hoboken in January

January in Hoboken sees highs of 4°C (39°F) and lows of -3°C (27°F) overnight. January is known for being in the winter season. Time outdoors is usually more comfortable with proper winter clothing and protection from wind. With overnight lows of -3°C (27°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. This is usually the coldest month of the year, so be sure to prepare with plenty of winter gear.

Sunshine in Hoboken in January

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 161 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

Wind Speed in Hoboken in January

Wind speeds average 6 m/s (12 knots) during January. At this speed, expect strong winds that make large branches move and create some resistance when walking. Since this is an average, some days have fresh winds while others have strong breezes that can make umbrellas tricky to control.

Average water temperature in January

The water temperature is only 6°C (43°F) this month — cold enough that most people will want to stay out. Hardy swimmers may manage a quick dip, but it won't be comfortable.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Hoboken. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Hoboken Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C (27°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 6°C (43°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 88 mm (3.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 61% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 6 m/s (12 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 161 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 54% *  
* Data from: New York City, the United States of America (11 KM, 7 Miles).

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 Hoboken in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Hoboken in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. With water temperatures around 6°C (43°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Hoboken in January

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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