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Johnstown Weather in January

In Johnstown, January brings very low daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), with nights cooling to -8°C (18°F). Expect quite a bit of snow/rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Johnstown in January

This month experiences about 20 days of snow/rain according to historical data, averaging 95 mm (3.7 in). This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Johnstown in January

In January, Johnstown gets very low temperatures, with highs of 2°C (36°F). Nights cool to around -8°C (18°F). January is part of the winter season. Even daytime conditions remain cold, making layers, a warm coat, and winter accessories a good idea. At -8°C (18°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating. This is usually the coldest month of the year, so be sure to prepare with plenty of winter gear.

Sunshine in Johnstown in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 98 hours of sunshine.

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

Johnstown Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-8°C (18°F)
Max Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Chance of Rain
67%
Precipitation
95 mm (3.7 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Sunshine
98 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Frostburg, the United States of America (74 KM, 46 Miles).

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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 Johnstown in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Johnstown 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. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Johnstown in January

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

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    2/10
  • Walking
    2/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    2/10

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