United StatesAverage weather for Great Smoky Mountains National Park in January
It's cool in January in Great Smoky Mountains National Park with an average temperature of 10°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 5°C to a high of 13°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -5°C and 3°C.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Great Smoky Mountains National Park with cold temps, averaging around 10°C during the day and nights around -1°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 10°C, with nights around 0°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Great Smoky Mountains National Park is around 10°C, while nighttime temps are about -1°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In January, there is an average of 79 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. Of the total precipitation, about 34 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
10°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
13°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
5°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
79 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
10 days | 12 days | |
 Total snowfall |
34 cm | 16 cm | |
| Snowy days |
14 days | 8 days | |
December
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 3 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Temperature records
With 23°C in 2022, Great Smoky Mountains National Park reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -6°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -18°C to a highest value of 16°C.
Daily Temperature in January in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Great Smoky Mountains 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 Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Great Smoky Mountains 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 10 days of precipitation in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Daily Snowfall in January in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in January.
Daily UV index in January in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Great Smoky Mountains 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 Great Smoky Mountains National Park over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Great Smoky Mountains National Park over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in Great Smoky Mountains National Park per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in January for Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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Average weather in Great Smoky Mountains National Park by month
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