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Shippensburg Weather in January

Shippensburg in January sees low daytime temperatures of 3°C (37°F) and nighttime lows of -6°C (21°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 70 mm (2.8 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Shippensburg in January

You can expect snow/rain on roughly 10 days based on historical data, averaging 70 mm (2.8 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Shippensburg in January

Shippensburg in January gets highs of 3°C (37°F) during the day and drops to -6°C (21°F) at night. Experience the winter season in January. Cold conditions tend to persist from morning through evening, so be prepared for winter weather. Nights drop below freezing to -6°C (21°F). An extra blanket is worth packing if you're unsure about the heating where you're staying. This month is known for being the coldest, so make sure you pack appropriately with plenty of warm clothing.

Sunshine in Shippensburg in January

The area enjoys a balanced 154 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Shippensburg. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Shippensburg Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C (21°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 70 mm (2.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 64% *  
SunshineSunshine 154 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 52% *  
* Data from: Harrisburg, the United States of America (58 KM, 36 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in January

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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).

What to Wear in Shippensburg in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Shippensburg in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Shippensburg in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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