Normal weather for Western America in January
It's cold in January in Western America with an average temperature of 8°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 5°C to a high of 11°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -9°C and 0°C.
In January, there is an average of 32 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. Of the total precipitation, about 16 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Western America in January |
New York | ||
---|---|---|---|
Average Temperature |
8°C | 5°C | |
High Temp |
11°C | 11°C | |
Low Temp |
5°C | 1°C | |
Total Precipitation |
32 mm | 97 mm | |
Rainy Days |
7 days | 12 days | |
Total Snowfall |
16 cm | 16 cm | |
Snowy Days |
7 days | 8 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Western America with cold temps, averaging around 8°C during the day and nights around -4°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, wear a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 9°C, with nights around -2°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers. During the day, wear a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Western America is around 8°C, while nighttime temps are about -3°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. During the day, wear a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 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 for Western America in January
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Daily Temperature in January in Western America
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Western America, 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 Western America
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Western America, 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 7 days of precipitation in Western America.
Daily Snowfall in January in Western America
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Western America, 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 Western America
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Western America, 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 Western America Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Western America, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total Precipitation in January in Western America Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Western America, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in Western America per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Western America, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily Climate in January for Western America
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Average Weather in Western America by Month
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