Gatlinburg
January
Weather in Gatlinburg for January 2026
Your guide to Gatlinburg weather in January - trends and predictions
The climate of Gatlinburg in January is quite snowy, averaging 11 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Gatlinburg at the beginning of January is 5.3 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 10 °F by the end of January.
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12
Dry days
8
Rainy days
11
Snow days
5°/-2°
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12 km/h
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73 %
Avg humidity
Gatlinburg Weather January
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
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| 1  5° | 2  6° | 3  6° | ||||
| 4 3° | 5 6° | 6  8° | 7  3° | 8 5° | 9  7° | 10  4° |
| 11  6° | 12 9° | 13  5° | 14 1° | 15  0° | 16 2° | 17  3° |
| 18 4° | 19  3° | 20 -6° | 21  -2° | 22 2° | 23 7° | 24 6° |
| 25 11° | 26 10° | 27 8° | 28  10° | 29 8° | 30 13° | 31 10° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Gatlinburg
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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 | Overcast | 5° /0° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 2 | Partly cloudy | 6° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 | Light freezing rain | 6° /0° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 4 | Partly cloudy | 3° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Overcast | 6° /-1° | 12.2 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| Jan. 6 | Light rain | 8° /-1° | 9.2 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Light rain shower | 3° /-3° | 1.5 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 8 | Partly cloudy | 5° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 9 | Moderate rain at times | 7° /-3° | 10.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Light snow showers | 4° /-2° | 11.1 mm | 7.9 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Sunny | 6° /-2° | 0.6 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Patchy light drizzle | 9° /-4° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Cloudy | 5° /-2° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Light freezing rain | 1° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Heavy snow | 0° /-4° | 5.1 mm | 3.7 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Light snow showers | 2° /-9° | 1.6 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Freezing fog | 3° /-11° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Patchy moderate snow | 4° /-7° | 9.9 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 3° /-7° | 5.8 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Light snow showers | -6° /-12° | 0.4 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Mist | -2° /-11° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Sunny | 2° /-12° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Fog | 7° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Light drizzle | 6° /0° | 3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Light rain shower | 11° /2° | 9.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Light rain shower | 10° /6° | 5.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Light rain shower | 8° /6° | 14.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Light sleet showers | 10° /1° | 3.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Light snow showers | 8° /2° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Light drizzle | 13° /2° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 10° /4° | 4.8 mm | 0.1 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Gatlinburg 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 Gatlinburg forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Gatlinburg in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Gatlinburg during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 5° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Gatlinburg during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 115.2 mm is expected in Gatlinburg during January, occurring over more than 8 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Gatlinburg in January 2026?
Gatlinburg experiences an average snowfall of 17.505 cm during January, occurring over 11 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Gatlinburg during January?
The average wind speed in Gatlinburg during January is 12 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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