New York weather in January
January in New York averages 40°F by day and 28°F at night, with 3.6 inches of precipitation and 8.8 inches of snow. It is the 12th-warmest and 10th-wettest month of the year here.
- Average high
- 40°F-5° vs December
- Average low
- 28°F21 nights below freezing
- Precipitation
- 3.6 in6 days with 0.1 in. or more
- Snow
- 8.8 in0 days at 90°F+
Is January a good time to visit New York?
January is cold, with highs around 40°F. The most comfortable months overall are May and September to October.
What to do in New York in January
Mix it up: Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Central Park. All things to do in New York.
On January 15 the sun rises at 7:18 am and sets at 4:52 pm, giving 9h 35m of daylight. Daylight all year.
What to pack for New York in January
- A winter coat, hat, gloves and warm layers
- Expect nights below freezing
- An umbrella or rain jacket
- Waterproof boots for snow
Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.
January nearby
| City | Distance | High | Low | Precip. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 40°F | 28°F | 3.6 in | |
| Jersey City, NJ | 5 mi | 40°F | 26°F | 3.4 in |
| Newark, NJ | 11 mi | 40°F | 26°F | 3.4 in |
| Clifton, NJ | 12 mi | 40°F | 28°F | 3.6 in |
| Elizabeth, NJ | 14 mi | 40°F | 26°F | 3.4 in |
| Yonkers, NY | 14 mi | 40°F | 29°F | 3.3 in |
| New Rochelle, NY | 15 mi | 40°F | 29°F | 3.3 in |
Warmer places in January
Big cities with comfortable January highs between 68°F and 86°F:
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in New York in January?
In January, New York averages a high of 40°F and a low of 28°F, with 3.6 inches of precipitation and 8.8 inches of snow (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Is January a good time to visit New York?
January is cool to cold in New York, with average highs of 40°F. Pack warm layers.
Does it snow in New York in January?
Yes. January averages 8.8 inches of snow.
Before and after: New York in December and New York in February. All twelve months: New York weather by month.
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station New York Central Park Tower, NY, 1.4 miles from the city center.