January Rainfall and Precipitation in Sierra National Forest

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America in January.

Sierra National Forest, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences high precipitation in January, ranging from 111 mm (4.4 in) of rainfall in Oakhurst to 136 mm (5.4 in) in Bass Lake. The month of January is in the winter season.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Sierra National Forest precipitation in January: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Sierra National Forest, the United States of America receive in January?

In January, North Fork typically receives significant rainfall, averaging around 125 mm (4.9 in). Expect a mix of wet and dry days with occasional showers.

How many days does it rain in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America in January?

Expect around 8 days rainy days in North Fork during January.

Is January part of the rainy season in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America?

January is generally a drier month for Sierra National Forest, the United States of America, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in January in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America?

Looking at our data, Bass Lake tops the wettest-cities list in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America for January, with monthly rainfall averaging 136 mm (5.4 in).

What is the driest city in January in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America?

Based on our database, Oakhurst sees the least rainfall in Sierra National Forest, the United States of America in January, with around 111 mm (4.4 in) on average.

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