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Moab weather in January (Utah, United States of America)

Can you expect sunny skies in Moab in January? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

In January, Moab usually has low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of January. Anticipate daytime highs near 5°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around -8°C. With temperatures often at their lowest, this month is coldest of the year. Ideal for indoor activities, be sure to pack warm clothing.

Precipitation

Moab in January usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 14 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 4 days will experience snow/rain.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Moab. April, May, June, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Moab climate page with graphs.

 

Moab, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 14%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 14 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  

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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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

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

Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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