Death Valley National Park in January
In January, Death Valley National Park averages a high of 67°F and a low of 43°F, with 0.4 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 98,000 people visit, the 7th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 9 hours 55 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 67° / 43°F
- Precipitation
- 0.4in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 9h 55m
- Visitors
- 98,000
- Crowds
- Busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: November (busy).
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Amargosa Farms-garey, NV at 2,450 ft averages a January high of 59°F and a low of 32°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Death Valley NP, CA, 16.7 miles from the park's center, -194 ft. Second station higher up: Amargosa Farms-garey, NV, 2,450 ft, 37.6 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in January
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sequoia National Park | 39° / 17° | Quiet | Cold |
| Kings Canyon National Park | 39° / 17° | Quiet | Cold |
| Lake Mead National Recreation Area | 59° / 38° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Yosemite National Park | 48° / 29° | Quiet | Cool |
| Joshua Tree National Park | 63° / 42° | Busy | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Death Valley National Park on nps.gov
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