Niagara Falls weather in January (New York State, United States of America)

What weather conditions can you expect in Niagara Falls this January? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Niagara Falls includes very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January ushers in the winter season. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 0°C, while the nights will see a decline to about -7°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Precipitation

Niagara Falls in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 63 mm for the month. This month experiences about 18 days of snow/rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 93 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Niagara Falls. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Niagara Falls, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -7°C  

Max Temperature 0°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 63 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 93 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 31% *  

Data from: Buffalo, the United States of America (27 KM, 16 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in January

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Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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.

What To Do

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

Interested in more climate information?

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