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

What does the weather outlook for Watertown look like in January? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The month of January in Watertown typically includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January is known for being in the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at -1°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -12°C. This month is known for its biting cold, so make sure to dress warmly. Proper preparation can help you stay cozy.

Precipitation

Watertown in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 86 mm for the month. Typically around 18 days days of snowfall are expected.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 93 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Watertown. May, July, August 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 Watertown climate page with graphs.

 

Watertown, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -12°C  

Max Temperature -1°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 86 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 93 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 33% *  

Data from: Kingston, Canada (53 KM, 33 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in January

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Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 Watertown 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

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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