Syracuse (NY)
January
Weather in Syracuse, New York for January 2026
Your guide to Syracuse weather in January - trends and predictions
Expect heavy snowfall in Syracuse during January, with an average of 18 snowy days.
According to Syracuse snow forecast for January 2026, 1 snowy day is expected at the beginning of January at Thursday, January 1.The forecast for the next days in Syracuse predicts temperatures to be around -2 °F, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Syracuse at the beginning of January is -1.7 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 1.4 °F by the end of January.
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7
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6
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18
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-1°/-6°
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23 km/h
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82 %
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Syracuse Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Syracuse
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January weather in Syracuse day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Jan. 1 |  Moderate snow | -5° /-13° | 0.8 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Jan. 2 |  Mist | -3° /-15° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 |  Partly cloudy | -2° /-12° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 4 | Fog | 0° /-9° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Fog | 2° /-2° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 6 |  Light snow | -2° /-8° | 0.4 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 7 |  Heavy snow | -2° /-8° | 6.7 mm | 4.1 cm | |
| Jan. 8 |  Light snow showers | -2° /-7° | 5.3 mm | 3.8 cm | |
| Jan. 9 | Moderate snow | 1° /-8° | 4.5 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Moderate snow | 4° /-4° | 1.8 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 11 |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 1° /-3° | 5.4 mm | 3.9 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Light snow showers | 1° /-2° | 4.2 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Light snow | 3° /-3° | 6.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Light snow | -3° /-7° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 15 |  Light freezing rain | -5° /-7° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -4° /-8° | 0.8 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Light snow showers | -3° /-8° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Light snow | -1° /-4° | 3.3 mm | 1.7 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Heavy snow | -2° /-11° | 3 mm | 2.2 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -7° /-12° | 3.7 mm | 2.7 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Light snow showers | -8° /-12° | 0.5 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Heavy snow | -4° /-13° | 0.5 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Heavy snow | -2° /-5° | 3.5 mm | 1.8 cm | |
| Jan. 24 |  Light drizzle | -2° /-4° | 3.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Fog | 0° /-5° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 26 |  Light rain shower | 4° /-2° | 4.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Fog | 2° /-4° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Heavy snow | 1° /-5° | 5.3 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 0° /-6° | 5.8 mm | 4.2 cm | |
| Jan. 30 |  Overcast | 0° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Overcast | 3° /-2° | 3.6 mm | 1.6 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Syracuse 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 Syracuse forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Syracuse in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Syracuse during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding -1° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Syracuse during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 101 mm is expected in Syracuse during January, occurring over more than 6 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Syracuse in January 2026?
Syracuse experiences an average snowfall of 35.17 cm during January, occurring over 18 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Syracuse during January?
The average wind speed in Syracuse during January is 23 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Syracuse snow forecast January 2026
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On average, Syracuse sees 18 snowy days during January, with approximately 35.2 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in Syracuse
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Typically, Syracuse has 6 rainy days in January with a total of 101 mm of rainfall.
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