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

How is the weather in Staten Island in January? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Staten Island typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 5°C. But by evening, they drop to around -3°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Staten Island in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 88 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 10 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

The area enjoys a balanced 161 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 Staten Island. September generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Staten Island, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 88 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 61% *  
SunshineSunshine 161 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 54% *  
* Data from: New York City, the United States of America (28 KM, 17 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in January and which places have the best weather 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 Staten Island in January?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

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

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