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Park City, United States · Alpine mountain climate

Park City in January: go or not?

Tough period. Park City in January only reaches 0.9/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 40.65°N · 111.50°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Avoid
Park City · January
0.9
-11–-1°
Temperature
39%
Rain
5h
Sun
❄️ Alpine climate☀️ High-altitude UV🌦️ Changeable weather
Photo : Alex Moliski via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in January

Off-season for skiing Park City — lifts are closed. Consider hiking, mountain biking or summer activities at altitude.

January ranks 12 out of 12 months in Park City. Compared to December: −2°C daytime, 7 pts more rainy days.

This month's conditions

What it's like in January

UV index
3 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
-10°
Daylight
9.4h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 30
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Is January the right month?

The best month in Park City is July (9.2/10), 8.3 pts higher than January.

See July →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Park City, Utah, is the former mining town reconverted into a premium ski resort, 35 minutes from Salt Lake City. July is my favourite month (9.8/10): 12-28°C, 12% rain, dry altitude climate (2100m), constantly blue sky.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a mountain stay.

Country · United States

🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeAlpine mountain climate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 28°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · -1°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMarch · 42%

🏔️ Mountain stay

⛰️Village altitude2130 m
🎿Ski area2130 → 3048 m
⛷️Ski seasonDec → May
🥾Hiking seasonJun → Sep
🧗High mountains ⓘGuide recommended
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Location

Where is Park City ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
United States
Alpine mountain climate climate with a 9.2 → 0.9 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
40.65°N · 111.50°W
Questions

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Park City?
It depends on the activity. For skiing: February (ski score 8.2/10). For hiking/summer: September (8.5/10, 22.0°C).
Can you ski in Park City in winter?
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 8.1/10. Cold temperatures (-1°C max in January) and frequent snowfall.
Is it warm in Park City in summer?
In September, temperatures average 22.0°C. Best period for hiking and outdoor activities.
What is the wettest month in Park City?
April is the wettest month with April has the lowest climate score of the year.
Do you need sun protection in Park City in January?
The average UV index reaches 3 in January in Park City (moderate), with about 9.4h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.