Washoe County (Reno)
January
Weather in Washoe County for January 2026
Your guide to Washoe County weather in January - trends and predictions
The climate of Washoe County in January is quite snowy, averaging 13 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Washoe County at the beginning of January is 4.3 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably warm up, reaching an average of 6.4 °F by the end of January.
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15
Dry days
3
Rainy days
13
Snow days
4°/-4°
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12 km/h
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75 %
Avg humidity
Washoe County Weather January
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
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| 1  6° | 2 5° | 3  4° | ||||
| 4 3° | 5  6° | 6 4° | 7  2° | 8 3° | 9  5° | 10 6° |
| 11  3° | 12 3° | 13  4° | 14  5° | 15  5° | 16 6° | 17  6° |
| 18 5° | 19 6° | 20 2° | 21 5° | 22 5° | 23 5° | 24 6° |
| 25 3° | 26 3° | 27 9° | 28 9° | 29 8° | 30 7° | 31 6° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Washoe County
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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 | Light freezing rain | 6° /-4° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 2 | Light freezing rain | 5° /-6° | 1.1 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| Jan. 3 | Overcast | 4° /-4° | 4.4 mm | 3.6 cm | |
| Jan. 4 | Light freezing rain | 3° /-6° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Moderate snow | 6° /-2° | 2.6 mm | 1.7 cm | |
| Jan. 6 | Overcast | 4° /-3° | 2.5 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Partly cloudy | 2° /-5° | 0.6 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Jan. 8 | Light freezing rain | 3° /-5° | 0.7 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 9 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 5° /-3° | 8.6 mm | 5.9 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 6° /-6° | 5 mm | 3.5 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Patchy moderate snow | 3° /-6° | 1.2 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Overcast | 3° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Patchy rain possible | 4° /-5° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 5° /-3° | 2.8 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Sunny | 5° /-3° | 0.7 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Patchy moderate snow | 6° /-3° | 3.7 mm | 2.4 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Cloudy | 6° /-4° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Overcast | 5° /-5° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Light freezing rain | 6° /-5° | 1.6 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Sunny | 2° /-6° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Overcast | 5° /-6° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Partly cloudy | 5° /-3° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Sunny | 5° /-5° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Sunny | 6° /-4° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Sunny | 3° /-4° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Sunny | 3° /-5° | 4.2 mm | 3 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Sunny | 9° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Sunny | 9° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Sunny | 8° /-3° | 1.1 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Sunny | 7° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Overcast | 6° /-3° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Washoe County 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 Washoe County forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Washoe County in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Washoe County during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 4° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Washoe County during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Washoe County during January, with a total of 61.1 mm spread over approximately 3 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Washoe County in January 2026?
Washoe County experiences an average snowfall of 33.565 cm during January, occurring over 13 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Washoe County during January?
The average wind speed in Washoe County during January is 12 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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