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

Will it be rainy or sunny in Plattsburgh this January? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Plattsburgh includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is part of the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -2°C, while night temperatures can drop to -11°C. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.

Precipitation

Plattsburgh in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 40 mm for the month. This is the driest month of the year. Expect around 13 days of snow based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 128 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Plattsburgh. May, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Plattsburgh, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 44%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 40 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
SunshineSunshine 128 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 44% *  
Data from: Burlington, the United States of America (31 KM, 19 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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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?

Visitors traveling to Plattsburgh should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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