United StatesAverage weather for Death Valley National Park in January
It's cool to moderate in January in Death Valley National Park with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 18°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 3°C and 7°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Death Valley National Park with cool temps, averaging around 15°C during the day and nights around 5°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 17°C, with nights around 6°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Death Valley National Park is around 17°C, while nighttime temps are about 6°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
According to weather history, there is only 2,8 mm of precipitation in January. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Death Valley National Park in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
16°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
18°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
13°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
2,8 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
1 day | 12 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Death Valley National Park?
Looking for sun and warm weather? January isn’t a good month to be in Death Valley National Park. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Temperature records
With 26°C in 2022, Death Valley National Park reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 4°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -4°C to a highest value of 13°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Death Valley National Park
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Death Valley National Park, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Death Valley National Park
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Death Valley National Park, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 1 day of precipitation in Death Valley National Park.
Daily UV index in January in Death Valley National Park
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Death Valley National Park, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Death Valley National Park over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Death Valley National Park, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Death Valley National Park over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Death Valley National Park, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in January for Death Valley National Park
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Average weather in Death Valley National Park by month
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