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Jackson Weather in January

During January, Jackson experiences very low daytime temperatures of -4°C (25°F) and cooler nights around -14°C (7°F). As the driest month of the year, and part of the winter season, snowfall is at its lowest.

Rainfall in Jackson in January

With the lowest rainfall figures of the year, conditions are ideal for exploring the outdoors, even if the temperatures require a jacket. Historically, approximately 7 days this month are expected to have snow, averaging 17 mm (0.7 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Jackson in January

January in Jackson brings typical temperatures with highs around -4°C (25°F) and lows of -14°C (7°F). January is part of winter. Cold conditions tend to persist from morning through evening, so be prepared for winter weather. With overnight lows of -14°C (7°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. It's generally the coldest month of the year, making it essential to pack warm layers and winter accessories.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Jackson. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Jackson Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-14°C (7°F)
Max Temperature
-4°C (25°F)
Chance of Rain
25%
Precipitation
17 mm (0.7 in)
Rainy days
7 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 Jackson in January

Winter clothing is essential for visiting Jackson in January. If you have a heavy coat, waterproof boots with good traction, and plenty of warm layers it's smart to bring them. Pack cloths like thermal underwear, wool socks, and insulated gloves. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home.

What To Do in Jackson in January

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

  • Cycling
    1/10
  • Walking
    1/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    2/10
  • Outdoor sports
    1/10

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