Lake Mead National Recreation Area in January
In January, Lake Mead National Recreation Area averages a high of 59°F and a low of 38°F, with 0.8 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 368,000 people visit, the quietest month. Days are 9 hours 56 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 59° / 38°F
- Precipitation
- 0.8in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 9h 56m
- Visitors
- 368,000
- Crowds
- Busy
January is one of the best months to visit: mild, wet weather with busy crowds.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Echo Bay, NV, 5.1 miles from the park's center, 1,250 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in January
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zion National Park | 54° / 30° | Quiet | Cool |
| Grand Canyon National Park | 44° / 19° | Moderate | Cool |
| Bryce Canyon National Park | 37° / 17° | Quiet | Cold |
| Death Valley National Park | 67° / 43° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Joshua Tree National Park | 63° / 42° | Busy | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Lake Mead National Recreation Area on nps.gov
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