Monthly climate ·New York weather in January
In January, New York averages around 4° by day and -3° at night, with 10 rain days a month — about a 31% chance of rain on any given day.
By day
4°C
At night
-3°C
Daily rain chance
31%
Rain days a month
10
Monthly precipitation
91 mm
Sunshine hours a day
6.2
Average of 2016–2025 (Open-Meteo archive). Typical climate — not a forecast.
Is January a good time to visit New York?
January is cold in New York — around 4° by day and -3° at night on average. Pack warm clothing and keep plans flexible.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the weather in New York in January?
- In January, temperatures in New York average between -3° at night and 4° by day, with 10 rain days a month (average of 2016–2025).
- How much rain falls in New York in January?
- New York gets about 91 mm of rain in January on average, spread over roughly 10 rain days.
- Is January a good time to visit New York?
- January is cold in New York — around 4° by day and -3° at night on average. Pack warm clothing and keep plans flexible.