Weather in North America for January 2026
The climate of North America in January is quite snowy, averaging 11 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in North America at the beginning of January is 6.6 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of 3.3 °F by the end of January.
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North America Weather January
| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  9° | 2  10° | 3  7° | ||||
| 4  6° | 5  6° | 6  5° | 7 3° | 8 2° | 9 5° | 10 6° |
| 11 3° | 12 7° | 13 8° | 14 4° | 15 3° | 16 4° | 17 4° |
| 18 4° | 19 4° | 20  2° | 21 -0° | 22 2° | 23 2° | 24 3° |
| 25 5° | 26 4° | 27 4° | 28 3° | 29 3° | 30 2° | 31 2° |
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Temperatures trend during January in North America
January weather day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 9° /4° | 22.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Jan. | Sunny | 10° /2° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 7° /0° | 4.4 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 4 Jan. | Cloudy | 6° /1° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Jan. | Overcast | 6° /-1° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Jan. | Light snow | 5° /0° | 2.3 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 7 Jan. | Cloudy | 3° /-2° | 2.4 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| 8 Jan. | Overcast | 2° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 5° /-3° | 11.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 6° /-1° | 4.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Jan. | Overcast | 3° /-2° | 2.1 mm | 1.6 cm | |
| 12 Jan. | Sunny | 7° /-1° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Jan. | Cloudy | 8° /0° | 9.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Jan. | Cloudy | 4° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Jan. | Overcast | 3° /-4° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Jan. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 4° /-3° | 6.2 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 17 Jan. | Sunny | 4° /-2° | 5.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Jan. | Overcast | 4° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 4° /-1° | 5.2 mm | 1 cm | |
| 20 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 2° /-4° | 2.8 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| 21 Jan. | Overcast | 0° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 2° /-5° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Jan. | Cloudy | 2° /-3° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Jan. | Cloudy | 3° /-3° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Jan. | Cloudy | 5° /-2° | 7.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Jan. | Overcast | 4° /-2° | 3 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 27 Jan. | Overcast | 4° /-2° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 3° /-2° | 5.4 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 29 Jan. | Overcast | 3° /-4° | 4.1 mm | 2.5 cm | |
| 30 Jan. | Sunny | 2° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Jan. | Light freezing rain | 2° /-4° | 2.8 mm | 0.4 cm | |
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Guide for North America in January
In January, New York City experiences cold and often snowy weather. At the beginning of the month, temperatures in New York City typically range from 0° to 5°, with occasional snowfall and overcast skies. The city may also experience strong winds, making the cold weather feel even more biting.
As the month progresses, the temperatures tend to drop further, with the possibility of more frequent snowfall and icy conditions.
By the end of January, New York City can expect temperatures to range from 0° to -5°, with occasional cold snaps bringing the mercury even lower. Snow and sleet are common during this time, and the city may experience disruptions to transportation and daily life due to winter weather.
It's important for visitors and residents alike to bundle up and be prepared for the cold, as well as to keep an eye on weather forecasts for any potential storms or extreme conditions.
Overall, January in New York City is characterized by cold temperatures, occasional snowfall, and the need for warm winter clothing and precautions against icy conditions.
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