Yosemite National Park
January
Weather in Yosemite National Park for January 2026
Your guide to Yosemite National Park weather in January - trends and predictions
With an average of 5 snowy days, Yosemite National Park usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
In general, the average temperature in Yosemite National Park at the beginning of January is 3.3 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 1.4 °F by the end of January.
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26
Dry days
0
Rainy days
5
Snow days
3°/-4°
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17 km/h
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50 %
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Yosemite National Park Weather January
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
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| 1  3° | 2 8° | 3  3° | ||||
| 4  2° | 5  7° | 6  2° | 7  -2° | 8  0° | 9 6° | 10 8° |
| 11 3° | 12 3° | 13 -1° | 14 1° | 15 5° | 16 5° | 17 2° |
| 18 6° | 19 3° | 20 0° | 21 7° | 22 8° | 23 9° | 24 5° |
| 25 0° | 26 -4° | 27 -2° | 28 3° | 29 5° | 30 7° | 31  1° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Yosemite National Park
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Jan. 1 | Cloudy | 3° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 2 | Cloudy | 8° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 | Overcast | 3° /-2° | 2.1 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| Jan. 4 | Partly cloudy | 2° /-9° | 3.4 mm | 2.5 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Sunny | 7° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 6 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 2° /-4° | 1.7 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Light freezing rain | -2° /-8° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 8 | Patchy snow possible | 0° /-9° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 9 | Sunny | 6° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Sunny | 8° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Sunny | 3° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Sunny | 3° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Sunny | -1° /-9° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Sunny | 1° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Sunny | 5° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Sunny | 5° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Partly cloudy | 2° /-7° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Sunny | 6° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Sunny | 3° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Sunny | 0° /-9° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Sunny | 7° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Sunny | 8° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Sunny | 9° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Overcast | 5° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Cloudy | 0° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -4° /-7° | 20.3 mm | 14.6 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Partly cloudy | -2° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Sunny | 3° /-7° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Sunny | 5° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Sunny | 7° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Heavy snow | 1° /0° | 9.7 mm | 7 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Yosemite National Park 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 Yosemite National Park forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Yosemite National Park in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Yosemite National Park during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 3° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Yosemite National Park during January?
In January, Yosemite National Park can expect light to moderate rainfall, totaling 37.4 mm across approximately 0 days. Occasional showers are possible, and planning ahead for them could be helpful.
Will it snow in Yosemite National Park in January 2026?
Yosemite National Park experiences an average snowfall of 26.85 cm during January, occurring over 5 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Yosemite National Park during January?
The average wind speed in Yosemite National Park during January is 17 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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