Catskills

Catskills Weather in January

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

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Catskill Mountains Kingston Woodstock Saugerties

Considering a trip to the Catskills, 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 Catskills in January

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

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Catskill Mountains at 0°C (32°F) to cold in Kingston at 2°C (36°F). At night it cools down to -9°C (16°F) in Kingston and -12°C (10°F) in Catskill Mountains. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.

For a closer look at conditions across the Catskills, the United States of America, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Catskill Mountains with an average of 74 mm (2.9 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Kingston with 88 mm (3.5 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Catskill Mountains typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Explore the Catskills by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Catskills — and find the best time to visit. (based on Catskill Mountains)

January0°C (32°F) February0°C (32°F) March6°C (43°F) April13°C (55°F) May20°C (68°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August25°C (77°F) September22°C (72°F) October15°C (59°F) November8°C (46°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Catskills in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Catskills

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

Temperature range in the Catskills (January)

Precipitation variation in the Catskills (January)

Catskill Mountains

In January Catskill Mountains generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C (10°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-12°C (10°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Kingston

In January Kingston generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Woodstock

In January Woodstock generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Saugerties

In January Saugerties generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Catskills, in the United States of America.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Catskill Mountains 0°C (32°F) -12°C (10°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Kingston 2°C (36°F) -9°C (16°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Woodstock 1°C (34°F) -9°C (16°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Saugerties 2°C (36°F) -9°C (16°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)

The Catskills weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in the Catskills, the United States of America brings poor weather. In Catskill Mountains, daytime temperatures are typically around 0°C (32°F) and nighttime lows hover near -12°C (10°F).

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

Catskill Mountains averages a daytime maximum of 0°C (32°F) in January, with overnight lows close to -12°C (10°F).

Does the Catskills, the United States of America get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Catskills, the United States of America during January, with Catskill Mountains averaging close to 74 mm (2.9 in).

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

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

Generally speaking, May provides perfect weather in Catskill Mountains. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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We have much more information about the climate in the Catskills.

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