Ross Lake National Recreation Area in January
In January, Ross Lake National Recreation Area averages a high of 38°F and a low of 30°F, with 9.7 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 17.2 inches of snowfall. About 7,100 people visit, the 11th busiest of 12 (quiet). Days are 8 hours 41 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 38° / 30°F
- Precipitation
- 9.7in
- Snow
- 17.2in
- Daylight
- 8h 41m
- Visitors
- 7,100
- Crowds
- Quiet
Best months for weather and crowds instead: April (quiet), May (moderate) and August (moderate).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Ross Dam, WA, 4.2 miles from the park's center, 1,236 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in January
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Cascades National Park | 40° / 32° | Few or no visits | Cool |
| Olympic National Park | 41° / 33° | Quiet | Cool |
| Mount Rainier National Park | 35° / 24° | Quiet | Cold |
| Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area | 32° / 19° | Quiet | Cold |
| Fort Vancouver National Historic Site | 47° / 34° | Moderate | Cool |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Ross Lake National Recreation Area on nps.gov
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