Rochester
January
Weather in Rochester for January 2026
Your guide to Rochester weather in January - trends and predictions
Expect heavy snowfall in Rochester during January, with an average of 18 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Rochester at the beginning of January is 0.3 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 1.3 °F by the end of January.
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7
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6
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18
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0°/-3°
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24 km/h
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84 %
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Rochester Weather January
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
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| 1  3° | 2  2° | 3  1° | ||||
| 4 -1° | 5  -0° | 6  -1° | 7 -2° | 8 -2° | 9 2° | 10 4° |
| 11 1° | 12 2° | 13 3° | 14 -3° | 15 -5° | 16 -5° | 17  -3° |
| 18 -1° | 19  -3° | 20 -7° | 21 -7° | 22 -4° | 23 -1° | 24  -1° |
| 25  1° | 26 2° | 27 1° | 28 0° | 29 0° | 30  2° | 31  3° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Rochester
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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 snow showers | 3° /-1° | 9.9 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| Jan. 2 | Partly cloudy | 2° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 1° /-1° | 0.4 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 4 | Light snow showers | -1° /-4° | 0.3 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Light freezing rain | 0° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 6 | Light snow | -1° /-4° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -2° /-4° | 2.3 mm | 1.7 cm | |
| Jan. 8 | Light snow | -2° /-5° | 0.5 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 9 | Light snow | 2° /-7° | 4.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Light snow | 4° /-3° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Light snow showers | 1° /-2° | 3 mm | 2.2 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Light snow | 2° /-2° | 7.3 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Light snow showers | 3° /-3° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Patchy heavy snow | -3° /-7° | 2.4 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Light snow | -5° /-9° | 0.3 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Light snow showers | -5° /-9° | 1 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Moderate snow | -3° /-8° | 1.1 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Light snow | -1° /-5° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Heavy snow | -3° /-8° | 3.6 mm | 3.1 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -7° /-12° | 1 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Light snow | -7° /-12° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Heavy snow | -4° /-13° | 0.4 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Heavy snow | -1° /-5° | 3.7 mm | 1.7 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Light rain | -1° /-4° | 3.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Fog | 1° /-5° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Light rain | 2° /-2° | 6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Fog | 1° /-3° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Heavy snow | 0° /-5° | 6.2 mm | 3 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 0° /-4° | 5.5 mm | 4 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Overcast | 2° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Patchy rain possible | 3° /-1° | 5.1 mm | 2.9 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Rochester 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 Rochester forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Rochester in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Rochester during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 0° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Rochester during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Rochester during January, with a total of 94.8 mm spread over approximately 6 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Rochester in January 2026?
Rochester experiences an average snowfall of 29.76 cm during January, occurring over 18 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Rochester during January?
The average wind speed in Rochester during January is 24 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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