Shelter Island weather in January (New York State, United States of America)
What kind of weather does January bring to Shelter Island? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.
Temperatures
Typically, January in Shelter Island includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The winter season takes place during January. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 4°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler -4°C. You will probably experience very cold weather in this month, so dressing warmly is vital. Be sure to prepare for the chill with the right clothing.
Precipitation
Shelter Island in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 92 mm for the month. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 12 days.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Shelter Island. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Shelter Island climate page with graphs.
Shelter Island, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-4°C
Max Temperature
4°C
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
92 mm
Rainy days
12 days
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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
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