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Paterson weather in January (New Jersey, United States of America)

Wondering what the weather is like in Paterson during January? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

During January, Paterson usually has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January marks the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 4°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -6°C. This month is known for being the coldest, so make sure you pack appropriately with plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Paterson in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 87 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 11 days this month are expected to have snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 161 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Paterson. May, June, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March 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 Paterson climate page with graphs.

 

Paterson, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 4°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 36%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 87 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 61% *  
SunshineSunshine 161 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 54% *  
Data from: New York City, the United States of America (28 KM, 17 Miles).

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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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
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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