Weather in the United States (USA) in january 2025

In this section, check out the weather forecast for the month of january for most popular cities in United States. These forecasts are probabilities for the month of january from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.



Where to go in the United States (USA) in january?

Where to go in the United States (USA) in january: destination map

United States: weather map in january in different regions
United States: weather map in january in different regions ©whereandwhen.net

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Where to go in each region in january?

Alaska
(Anchorage, Fairbanks, Ketchikan...)
-5°F to 38°F0 à 20 days31°F to 45°F
very bad weather
California
(Los Angeles , San Francisco, San Diego...)
36°F to 70°F1 à 13 days52°F to 61°F
tolerable weather*
Florida
(Miami, Orlando, Key West...)
61°F to 76°F2 à 7 days58°F to 76°F
good weather*
Hawaii
(Honolulu (Oahu), Kauai (Garden Isle), Maui...)
67°F to 79°F1 à 5 days77°F
perfect weather*
Louisiana
(New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport...)
56°F to 63°F3 à 7 days58°F to 63°F
tolerable weather*
Midwest
(Chicago, Minneapolis (Minnesota), Detroit...)
22°F to 43°F1 à 5 days36°F to 40°F
very bad weather
Northeastern Coast of United States
(Washington D. C., New York City, Boston...)
25°F to 47°F3 à 7 days41°F to 49°F
very bad weather
Northwest Coast of United States
(Seattle, Portland, Long Beach (Washington)...)
38°F to 52°F7 à 17 days47°F to 52°F
bad weather*
Rocky Mountains
(Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, Yellowstone National Park...)
22°F to 54°F1 à 11 days
very bad weather
South East of United States
(Atlanta, Myrtle Beach, Nashville...)
40°F to 61°F3 à 7 days56°F to 65°F
very bad weather*
South West of United States
(Dallas, Grand Canyon, Phoenix (Arizona)...)
40°F to 72°F1 à 5 days58°F to 68°F
very bad weather*
*over most of the region. Weather may vary locally.


Where should you go in the United States (USA) in january when it comes to the weather?

Remember:
The climate in the United States (USA) in january ranges from good to very bad depending on the region and city.

On the month of january the weather in United States is just perfect. It concerns the city of Hawaii (Honolulu) only. Thus, in Hawaii (Honolulu) these ideal weather conditions will allow you to savor fully your holidays: the sun is here, it rains very little and the humidity is endurable. It is therefore the ideal month to travel to this city!

Apart from of Hawaii (Honolulu), the weather is still good in Hollywood, Joshua Tree National Park, Santa Monica, Fort Lauderdale, Santa Barbara, Tampa, Tucson, Jacksonville, Palm Springs, Phoenix (Arizona), Key West, Los Angeles (California), Miami (Florida), Orlando and San Diego. In these areas, temperatures are still pleasing and allow you to visit and enjoy the sun.

If you do not go lazing in the sun, but, for example to go sightseeing, the cities of Louisiana, Mobile (Alabama), Napa Valley, San Francisco, New Orleans, Austin, Dallas, Las Vegas, Houston, Death Valley National Park and Sacramento have a ok but correct weather for this kind of activity in january. Eventually, it is not advisable to travel in Hampton Beach, Kansas, Grand Canyon, Massachusetts, Montana, Alaska, Utah, New York City, Virginia Beach, Detroit, Rhode Island, Albuquerque, Anchorage, Moab, Wyoming, Oklahoma, Santa Fe (New Mexico), Seattle, Philadelphia, Yosemite National Park, Wildwood, Atlanta, North Carolina, Monument Valley, Connecticut, Salem, Cleveland, Chicago, Wisconsin, Washington D. C., South Carolina, Myrtle Beach, Reno, Illinois, Louisville (Kentucky), North Dakota, Minneapolis, Missouri, Mississippi, Vermont, Virginia, Nashville, Zion National Park, Maryland, Denver, Arkansas, Yellowstone National Park, Maine, Niagara Falls, Portland, Boston, New Jersey, Jackson Hole, Salt Lake City and Lake Tahoe in january because the climate is rather bad.


Climate in the United States (USA) in january

Climate in California in january

In the month of january, maximum temperature is 63°F and minimum temperature is 47°F (for an average temperature of 54°F). The climate is nice in that area in this month. With 3.9in over 4 days, you risk getting wet slightly throughout your stay. But this is pretty reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With a good climate, january is a good time to go in California.

January
Average temperature 54°F
Highest temperature 63°F
Lowest temperature 47°F
Sea temperature 59°F
Rainfall 3.9in
Number of days with rainfall 4 day(s)
(14%)
Humidity 78%
Daily sunshine hours 8
Cloud cover 26%
Length of day 09:57
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in California in january

Climate in Louisiana in january

In january, the mean temperature in Louisiana is 52°F (maximum temperature is 59°F and minimum temperature is 45°F). The climate is fairly cold around this city in this month, but it is bearable by dressing hot. With 7in over 7 days, you will experience some showers during your trip. But this is reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a correct weather, january is okay (but not the best time) for traveling in Louisiana.

January
Average temperature 52°F
Highest temperature 59°F
Lowest temperature 45°F
Rainfall 7in
Number of days with rainfall 7 day(s)
(21%)
Humidity 87%
Daily sunshine hours 7
Cloud cover 43%
Length of day 10:22
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Louisiana in january

Climate in Washington D. C. in january

In the month of january, maximum temperature is 43°F and minimum temperature is 31°F (for an average temperature of 38°F). The climate is quite cold here in january. Plan to cover you well! With 3.5in over 5 days, rainfall can happen throughout your holidays. But this is rather reasonably and it will not be continuous.

January
Average temperature 38°F
Highest temperature 43°F
Lowest temperature 31°F
Sea temperature 48°F
Rainfall 3.5in
Number of days with rainfall 5 day(s)
(15%)
Humidity 79%
Daily sunshine hours 7
Cloud cover 42%
Length of day 09:46
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net very bad
more information about the climate in Washington D. C. in january

Climate in Alaska in january

In the month of january, maximum temperature is 7°F and minimum temperature is -0°F (for an average temperature of 4°F). The climate is very cold in this city in january. Do not forget to take with you warm clothes!. With barely 0.8in over 1 days, rain may be scarce for your trip.

January
Average temperature 4°F
Highest temperature 7°F
Lowest temperature -0°F
Rainfall 0.8in
Number of days with rainfall 1 day(s)
(3%)
Humidity 94%
Daily sunshine hours 4
Cloud cover 50%
Length of day 05:28
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net very bad
more information about the climate in Alaska in january

Climate in Atlanta in january

In january, maximum temperature is 52°F and minimum temperature is 40°F (for an average temperature of 45°F). The climate is quite fresh in this location in the month of january, but it is livable by dressing warm. With 2.7in over 4 days, you risk getting wet slightly throughout your vacations. But this is rather reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.

January
Average temperature 45°F
Highest temperature 52°F
Lowest temperature 40°F
Rainfall 2.7in
Number of days with rainfall 4 day(s)
(13%)
Humidity 81%
Daily sunshine hours 8
Cloud cover 42%
Length of day 10:11
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net very bad
more information about the climate in Atlanta in january


All cities in the United States (USA) in january

California in januarytolerable weather
Louisiana in januarytolerable weather
Washington D. C. in januaryvery bad weather
Alaska in januaryvery bad weather
Atlanta in januaryvery bad weather
Boston in januaryvery bad weather
Chicago in januaryvery bad weather
Dallas in januarytolerable weather
Grand Canyon in januaryvery bad weather
Hawaii (Honolulu) in januaryperfect weather
Las Vegas in januaryvery bad weather
Miami (Florida) in januaryperfect weather
New York City in januaryvery bad weather
Salt Lake City in januaryvery bad weather
Seattle in januaryvery bad weather
Yellowstone National Park in januaryvery bad weather
Austin in januarytolerable weather
Denver in januaryvery bad weather
Detroit in januaryvery bad weather
Houston in januarygood weather
Long Beach (Washington) in januarybad weather
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Weather data for United States in january:

Weather data for United States in january is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in the United States (USA). There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in the United States (USA) can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to the United States (USA).


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