Wilkes-Barre
January
Weather in Wilkes-Barre for January 2026
Your guide to Wilkes-Barre weather in January - trends and predictions
Expect heavy snowfall in Wilkes-Barre during January, with an average of 17 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Wilkes-Barre at the beginning of January is 0.9 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 1.9 °F by the end of January.
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8
Dry days
6
Rainy days
17
Snow days
2°/-5°
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17 km/h
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85 %
Avg humidity
Wilkes-Barre Weather January
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
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| 1  3° | 2  3° | 3  2° | ||||
| 4  -1° | 5  -0° | 6  -0° | 7 -1° | 8  -1° | 9  2° | 10 5° |
| 11 2° | 12 3° | 13 5° | 14 -2° | 15 -3° | 16 -4° | 17 -3° |
| 18 -1° | 19 -0° | 20 -6° | 21 -7° | 22  -4° | 23 -0° | 24  -0° |
| 25 -0° | 26  3° | 27 4° | 28 1° | 29  2° | 30  1° | 31  2° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Wilkes-Barre
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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 | 3° /0° | 1.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 2 | Sunny | 3° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 | Overcast | 2° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 4 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -1° /-5° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Cloudy | 0° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 6 | Heavy snow | 0° /-5° | 2.1 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -1° /-6° | 1.9 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| Jan. 8 | Light freezing rain | -1° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 9 | Light sleet | 2° /-10° | 23.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 5° /-5° | 2 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 2° /-4° | 2.1 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Overcast | 3° /-5° | 4.2 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 5° /-3° | 8.2 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -2° /-8° | 0.5 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Overcast | -3° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -4° /-9° | 1.8 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Sunny | -3° /-10° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Heavy snow | -1° /-7° | 0.8 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 0° /-8° | 2.4 mm | 1.7 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Light snow | -6° /-12° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Overcast | -7° /-15° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Freezing fog | -4° /-15° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Light freezing rain | 0° /-7° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Light rain | 0° /-5° | 5.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Light rain | 0° /-6° | 6.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Fog | 3° /-3° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Fog | 4° /-3° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Heavy snow | 1° /-3° | 16 mm | 4.1 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Light snow showers | 2° /-4° | 0.4 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Patchy rain possible | 1° /-6° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Moderate snow | 2° /-1° | 3.9 mm | 0.2 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Wilkes-Barre 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 Wilkes-Barre forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Wilkes-Barre in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Wilkes-Barre during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 2° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Wilkes-Barre during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 163.7 mm is expected in Wilkes-Barre during January, occurring over more than 6 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Wilkes-Barre in January 2026?
Wilkes-Barre experiences an average snowfall of 26.2 cm during January, occurring over 17 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Wilkes-Barre during January?
The average wind speed in Wilkes-Barre during January is 17 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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