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Weather in Sierra Nevada for January 2026

Your guide to Sierra Nevada weather in January - trends and predictions

    Official Weather Alert ⚠️

  • Yellow Rain Warning - See hour by hour.

    • Snow Forecast ❄️

  • With an average of 3 snowy days, Sierra Nevada usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
    According to Sierra Nevada snow forecast for January 2026, 1 snowy day is expected until the end of the month at Saturday, 31 January.

    • Temperatures

  • Until now, January 2026 in Sierra Nevada has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 5.4 °C (showing only a slight deviation of -0.2 °C).

  • The forecast for the next days in Sierra Nevada predicts a temperature of 6.4 °C, which is cooler than the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Sierra Nevada at the beginning of January is 5.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 6.3 °C by the end of January.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • Sierra Nevada experiences moderate rainfall in January, with an average of 9 rainy days and a total precipitation of 72.1 mm.

    • More

  • Is January a good time to visit Sierra Nevada? check out the best time to travel to Sierra Nevada page.

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Average dry days
19
Dry days
Average rainy days
9
Rainy days
Average snowy days
3
Snow days
Average temperatures
5°/-1°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
11 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
59 %
Avg humidity

Sierra Nevada Weather January

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December
February
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Cloudy
5°
2
Sunny
8°
3
Sunny
7°
4
Partly cloudy
7°
5
Partly cloudy
5°
6
Moderate or heavy snow showers
1°
7
Sunny
3°
8
Cloudy
7°
9
Moderate or heavy rain shower
9°
10
Sunny
9°
11
Partly cloudy
9°
12
Sunny
8°
13
Sunny
6°
14
Sunny
4°
15
Sunny
5°
16
Partly cloudy
5°
17
Overcast
2°
18
Light freezing rain
3°
19
Sunny
4°
20
Moderate rain at times
4°
21
Partly cloudy
6°
22
Sunny
6°
23
Patchy rain possible
6°
24
Sunny
4°
25
Moderate rain at times
5°
26
Cloudy
7°
27
Heavy rain at times
6°
28
Moderate or heavy snow showers
0°
29
Weather Alert Moderate rain
9°
30
Patchy rain possible
9°
31
Patchy rain possible
8°

Temperatures trend during January in Sierra Nevada

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

January weather in Sierra Nevada day by day

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December February
Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
1 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
 5° /-1° 0.3 mm 0.3 cm
2 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 8° /0° 0 mm 0 cm
3 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 7° /2° 0.8 mm 0 cm
4 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 7° /2° 16.9 mm 8.7 cm
5 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 5° /0° 15 mm 10.4 cm
6 Jan. Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 1° /-4° 10.1 mm 5.1 cm
7 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 3° /-5° 0 mm 0 cm
8 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
 7° /0° 0 mm 0 cm
9 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 9° /2° 3.4 mm 0 cm
10 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 9° /1° 0 mm 0 cm
11 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 9° /1° 0 mm 0 cm
12 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 8° /0° 0 mm 0 cm
13 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 6° /0° 0 mm 0 cm
14 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 4° /-1° 0.2 mm 0 cm
15 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 5° /-2° 0 mm 0 cm
16 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 5° /-1° 1 mm 0.5 cm
17 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 2° /-2° 4.7 mm 3.2 cm
18 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 3° /-2° 0.4 mm 0 cm
19 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 4° /-2° 0 mm 0 cm
20 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 4° /-3° 7.3 mm 0.8 cm
21 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 6° /1° 1 mm 0 cm
22 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 6° /1° 0.9 mm 0.5 cm
23 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 6° /0° 7.1 mm 4.2 cm
24 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 4° /-2° 2 mm 1.2 cm
25 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 5° /-1° 9.6 mm 6.5 cm
26 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
 7° /1° 2.7 mm 0.6 cm
27 Jan. Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 6° /0° 16.1 mm 1.4 cm
28 Jan. Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
 0° /-4° 13 mm 9 cm
29 Jan. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 9° /6° 16.6 mm 0 cm
30 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 9° /4° 4.3 mm 0 cm
31 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 8° /0° 0.9 mm 0.2 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Sierra Nevada in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Sierra Nevada forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Sierra Nevada weather in January vs December vs February

Compare January weather in Sierra Nevada with the previous and following months. See how temperature, rainfall, wind, and other conditions change throughout the year to help you plan your visit.
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
WeatherSunny
Sunny
Sunny
Sunny
Sunny
Sunny
Temperatures8°/-1°5°/-1°4°/-3°
Rainfall106 mm72 mm41 mm
Snowfall40 cm21 cm14 cm
Wind8.5 km/h11.4 km/h8.2 km/h
Humidity67%59%61%
Rainy days1 days9 days3 days
Snow days1 days3 days4 days
Dry days29 days19 days21 days

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Sierra Nevada in January - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Sierra Nevada during January?

Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 5° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.

How much rainfall should be expected in Sierra Nevada during January?

Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Sierra Nevada during January, with a total of 72.1 mm spread over approximately 9 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.

Will it snow in Sierra Nevada in January 2026?

Sierra Nevada experiences an average snowfall of 21.3 cm during January, occurring over 3 days.

What are the typical wind conditions in Sierra Nevada during January?

The average wind speed in Sierra Nevada during January is 11 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

What to pack to Sierra Nevada in January?

As you prepare for your trip to Sierra Nevada in January, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Sierra Nevada, during January, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.

  • Clothing
    • Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
    • Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
    • Thermal Wear: Base layers for cold destinations
    • All-Weather Jacket: Waterproof and breathable
  • Footwear
    • Waterproof Shoes
    • Insulated Boots: For snowy and extremely cold temperatures
  • Accessories
    • Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
    • Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
    • Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
    • Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days

Sierra Nevada snow forecast January 2026

Track daily snowfall levels and discover Sierra Nevada’s snowy potential this January ❄️
On average, Sierra Nevada sees 3 snowy days during January, with approximately 21.3 cm of total snowfall.

January rainfall patterns in Sierra Nevada

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Sierra Nevadas January weather 💧
Typically, Sierra Nevada has 9 rainy days in January with a total of 72.1 mm of rainfall.

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