United States (New York City)
January
Weather in the United States for January 2026
Your guide to the United States weather in January - trends and predictions
The climate of United States in January is quite snowy, averaging 11 snowy days.
According to the United States snow forecast for January 2026, no snow is expected at the beginning of the month.The forecast for the upcoming days in the United States predicts a temperature of 3.7 °F, which is slightly above the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in the United States at the beginning of January is 3.7 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly decrease, reaching an average of 3.3 °F by the end of January.
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7
Dry days
13
Rainy days
11
Snow days
4°/-2°
Temperatures
21 km/h
Avg max wind
64 %
Avg humidity
United States Weather January
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What’s the Weather Like in United States This January?
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Temperatures trend during January in the United States
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January weather in the United States day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan. 1 |  Patchy rain possible | 2° /1° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 2 |  Partly cloudy | 2° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 | Patchy rain possible | 2° /0° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 4 |  Cloudy | 6° /1° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 5 |  Overcast | 6° /-1° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 6 |  Light snow | 5° /0° | 2.3 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Cloudy | 3° /-2° | 2.4 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| Jan. 8 | Overcast | 2° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 9 | Partly cloudy | 5° /-3° | 11.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Partly cloudy | 6° /-1° | 4.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Overcast | 3° /-2° | 2.1 mm | 1.6 cm | |
| Jan. 12 |  Sunny | 7° /-1° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Cloudy | 8° /0° | 9.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Cloudy | 4° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Overcast | 3° /-4° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 16 |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 4° /-3° | 6.2 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Sunny | 4° /-2° | 5.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Overcast | 4° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Partly cloudy | 4° /-1° | 5.2 mm | 1 cm | |
| Jan. 20 |  Light freezing rain | 2° /-4° | 2.8 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Overcast | 0° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Partly cloudy | 2° /-5° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Cloudy | 2° /-3° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Cloudy | 3° /-3° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Cloudy | 5° /-2° | 7.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Overcast | 4° /-2° | 3 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Overcast | 4° /-2° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Partly cloudy | 3° /-2° | 5.4 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Overcast | 3° /-4° | 4.1 mm | 2.5 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Sunny | 2° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Light freezing rain | 2° /-4° | 2.8 mm | 0.4 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for the United States 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 United States forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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United States in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in United States during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 4° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in United States during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 113.8 mm is expected in United States during January, occurring over more than 13 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in United States in January 2026?
United States experiences an average snowfall of 10.47 cm during January, occurring over 11 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in United States during January?
The average wind speed in United States during January is 21 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
the United States snow forecast January 2026
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On average, the United States sees 11 snowy days during January, with approximately 10.5 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in the United States
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Typically, United States has 13 rainy days in January with a total of 113.8 mm of rainfall.
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