Lancaster weather in January (Pennsylvania, United States of America)
Interested in knowing the climate of Lancaster in January? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.
Temperatures
In January, Lancaster tends to experience low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Winter occurs in January. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 4°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -5°C. As the coldest month of the year, it's important to pack plenty of warm clothes and winter gear.
Precipitation
Lancaster in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 70 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 10 days of snow/rain.Average sunshine
The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 154 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Lancaster. May and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Lancaster climate page with graphs.
Lancaster, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-5°C
Max Temperature
4°C
Chance of Rain
32%
Precipitation
70 mm
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
64% *
Sunshine
154 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
52% *
Where to go in the United States of America in January
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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