Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Beacon in January
This is the coldest month in Beacon: highs average 34°F (1°C) and lows 19°F (-7°C), with about 3.0 in (76 mm) of rain or snow.
With a comfort score of 44/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 34°F (1°C)
- Avg low
- 19°F (-7°C)
- Rain or snow
- 3.0 in (76 mm)
- Humidity
- 89%
- Cloud cover
- 64%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 19 min
- Comfort score
- 44/100 · Tough
What January feels like
Highs only reach about 34°F (1°C), so plan short stints outside between indoor stops.
Average lows of 19°F (-7°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
About 3.0 in (76 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with temperatures averaging below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Daylight is short, roughly 9 h 19 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around January
January is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May and September & October.
- Comfort improves from 40/100 in December to 44/100.
- Our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends Apr – Nov, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 19°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 3.0 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Beacon in January
Cold days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Hudson Valley Brewery
Brewery known for sour IPAs, with a taproom in an old factory.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 34°F.
Bank Square Coffeehouse
Coffeehouse on the corner of Main Street and Route 9D.
Dia Beacon
Minimalist and conceptual art in a former Nabisco box factory near the station.
Brothers Trattoria
Long-running family Italian on Main Street, open since 1998.
Beacon Bread Company
Bakery-cafe on Main Street with scratch breakfasts and bread.
Nearby in January
- Manhattan in January~50 mi · highs 36°F, 3.2 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Hudson in January~52 mi · highs 32°F, 2.9 in rain or snow · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- New York City in January~55 mi · highs 38°F, 3.9 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Philadelphia in January~124 mi · highs 38°F, 3.1 in rain or snow · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Beacon in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Beacon?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 44/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are May and September & October. Expect highs of 34°F (1°C) and 3.0 in (76 mm) of rain or snow. Our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends Apr – Nov, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Beacon in January?
Average highs are 34°F (1°C) and average lows 19°F (-7°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Beacon in January?
Some: about 3.0 in (76 mm) of rain or snow falls across January on average, the driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 48.4 in (1229 mm).
What should I pack for Beacon in January?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 19°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 3.0 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Beacon in January?
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