Berkshires

Berkshires Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Berkshires, the United States of America in January.

Considering a trip to the Berkshires, the United States of America this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Berkshires in January

The Berkshires, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. January in the Berkshires generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of January is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 0°C (32°F) and nighttime temperatures around -11°C (12°F) in Lenox. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Berkshires, the United States of America, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Williamstown with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) to moderate snowfall in Lenox with 83 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Lenox as an example - it receives around 170 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore the Berkshires by month

Best Places to Visit in the Berkshires in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Berkshires.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Berkshires

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in the Berkshires, the United States of America?

Temperature range in the Berkshires (January)

Precipitation variation in the Berkshires (January)

Lenox

In January Lenox generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C (12°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
170 hours
176 hours
Monthly snowfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Williamstown

In January Williamstown generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Monthly snowfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Great Barrington

In January Great Barrington generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
170 hours
176 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
76 mm (3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Stockbridge

In January Stockbridge generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-11°C (12°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
170 hours
176 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Berkshires in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lenox 0°C (32°F) -11°C (12°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Williamstown 0°C (32°F) -10°C (14°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Great Barrington 1°C (34°F) -10°C (14°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Stockbridge 0°C (32°F) -10°C (14°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

The Berkshires weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Berkshires, the United States of America in January?

In January, the Berkshires, the United States of America generally has poor weather conditions. Lenox sees daytime temperatures near 0°C (32°F), with nights cooling to roughly -11°C (12°F).

What is the average temperature in the Berkshires, the United States of America in January?

In Lenox, the average daytime high in January is 0°C (32°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -11°C (12°F).

Does the Berkshires, the United States of America get a lot of snow in January?

January is on the drier side in the Berkshires, the United States of America. Lenox averages only about 83 mm (3.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Berkshires, the United States of America?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to the Berkshires, the United States of America with often poor weather in Lenox.

On average, the best time to visit the Berkshires, the United States of America is in May, June, July, August and September with generally pleasant weather in Lenox. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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