Weather in January in Nevada
Thinking about venturing to Nevada this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Nevada in January?
Nevada is a region in the United States of America. Nevada has a wide variety of climate types. During January, you can expect temperatures that range from cold to moderate and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. In January, it is winter.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Elko at 3°C to moderate in Laughlin at 18°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C in Laughlin and -11°C in Elko.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Las Vegas with an average of 8.8 mm to moderate rainfall in Incline Village with 78 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Las Vegas enjoys approximately 239 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.For a closer look at January's conditions in Nevada, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Nevada's yearly weather, check out our Nevada climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Nevada?
Las Vegas
In January Las Vegas generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Incline Village
In January Incline Village generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Reno
In January Reno generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Laughlin
In January Laughlin generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Mesquite
In January Mesquite generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Nevada, in the United States of America.
Is January the best time to visit Nevada?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Las Vegas, January might be a good time to visit Nevada. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
Generally speaking, February, March, April, May, October and November provide perfect weather in Las Vegas. On the other hand, the months of June, July and August tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.
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