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Truckee-Tahoe Airport Weather in January

In Truckee-Tahoe Airport, January brings low daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), with nights cooling to -8°C (18°F). Expect quite a bit of snow/rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Truckee-Tahoe Airport in January

Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 10 days of snow/rain, with 76 mm (3 in) average for the month. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.

Temperature in Truckee-Tahoe Airport in January

January in Truckee-Tahoe Airport brings typical temperatures with highs around 6°C (43°F) and lows of -8°C (18°F). The month of January belongs to the winter season. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With overnight lows of -8°C (18°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold.

Sunshine in Truckee-Tahoe Airport in January

With approximately 196 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. Despite it being a cool month, it makes for pleasant days outside.

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

Truckee-Tahoe Airport Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-8°C (18°F)
Max Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
76 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
68% *
Sunshine
196 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
65% *
* Data from: Reno, the United States of America (36 KM, 22 Miles).

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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 Truckee-Tahoe Airport in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Truckee-Tahoe Airport in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Truckee-Tahoe Airport 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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