Crater Lake National Park in January
In January, Crater Lake National Park averages a high of 33°F and a low of 20°F, with 10.1 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 86.5 inches of snowfall. About 4,700 people visit, the quietest month. Days are 9 hours 20 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 33° / 20°F
- Precipitation
- 10.1in
- Snow
- 86.5in
- Daylight
- 9h 20m
- Visitors
- 4,700
- Crowds
- Few or no visits
Best months for weather and crowds instead: June (moderate), August (very busy) and September (moderate).
Few or no visitors in January: fewer than 3% of the busiest month's visits. Roads, ferries or the whole park may be closed; check Crater Lake National Park on nps.gov before you plan.
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Chiloquin 12 NW (fort Klamath), OR at 4,180 ft averages a January high of 39°F and a low of 19°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Crater Lake Nps HQ, OR, 3.3 miles from the park's center, 6,485 ft. Second station lower down: Chiloquin 12 NW (fort Klamath), OR, 4,180 ft, 18.1 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in January
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood National Park | 55° / 39° | Quiet | Cool |
| Lassen Volcanic National Park | 41° / 22° | Quiet | Cool |
| Fort Vancouver National Historic Site | 47° / 34° | Moderate | Cool |
| Mount Rainier National Park | 35° / 24° | Quiet | Cold |
| Point Reyes National Seashore | 56° / 45° | Busy | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Crater Lake National Park on nps.gov
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