Temperatures in January
It's cool to moderate in January in Death Valley National Park with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 18°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 3°C and 7°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Death Valley National Park in January. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Death Valley National Park with cool temperatures, averaging around 15°C during the day and nights close to 5°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature rises to around 17°C, with nights close to 6°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Death Valley National Park will be around 17°C, with nights close to 6°C. No precipitation expected, with plenty of sunshine on the horizon.
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Precipitation in January
According to weather history, there is only 2,8 mm of precipitation in January. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The average chance of precipitation is only 3% in January.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in January for Death Valley National Park. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Death Valley National Park in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
16°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
18°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
13°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
2,8 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
1 day | 9 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Death Valley National Park?
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then January isn’t the best time to be in Death Valley National Park. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Temperature records for Death Valley National Park in January
With 26°C, Death Valley National Park hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 4°C in 2016. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -4°C to a high of 13°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Death Valley National Park
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Death Valley National Park, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Death Valley National Park
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Death Valley National Park, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 1 day of rain in Death Valley National Park.
Daily UV Index in January in Death Valley National Park
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Death Valley National Park, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Death Valley National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Death Valley National Park, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Death Valley National Park Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Death Valley National Park, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in January for Death Valley National Park
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Average Weather in Death Valley National Park by Month
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