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Skaneateles weather in January (New York State, United States of America)

What kind of weather does January bring to Skaneateles? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Skaneateles includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is typically considered a winter month. Daytime temperatures generally peak at -0°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -9°C. This month is particularly chilly, so wearing layers is necessary to stay warm and comfortable.

Precipitation

Skaneateles in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. This month is perfect for outdoor adventures, thanks to its lack of rain. Make the most of this dry weather. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 20 days of snow.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 105 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Skaneateles. May, July and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Skaneateles climate page with graphs.

 

Skaneateles, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -0°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 67%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 68 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
SunshineSunshine 105 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 34% *  
* Data from: Syracuse, the United States of America (25 KM, 15 Miles).

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.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Skaneateles should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

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

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