Weather in Washington D. C. in january 2025

The weather in Washington D. C. in the month of january comes from statistical datas on the last years. You can view the weather statistics for the whole month, but also by clicking on the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.

Average weather throughout january

very bad weather 156.9cm

Weather at 6am
32°F

Partly Cloudy

26%

Cloudy

15%

Fog

8%

Weather at 12pm
41°F

Cloudy

27%

Partly Cloudy

25%

Snow showers

6%

Weather at 6pm
36°F

Partly Cloudy

28%

Cloudy

12%

Moderate rain at times

8%

Weather at 3am
32°F

Clear/Sunny

34%

Partly Cloudy

28%

Moderate rain at times

10%

Cloudy

10%



Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Washington D. C. in january

These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Washington D. C. in january.


The climate of Washington D. C. in january is very bad

In january in Washington D. C., the climate is rather dry (with 3.5in of rainfall over 5 days). The weather is better from the previous month since in december it receives an average of 4.4in of rainfall over 5 days.

The climate is quite cold in this location this month. Do not forget to take with you warm clothes! Temperatures are up to 43°F. The minimum is 31°F. Thus, the mean temperature average in january in Washington D. C. is 38°F. Note that these seasonal averages are in contrast with those observed in Washington D. C. in the month of january with a maximum record of 67°F in 2013 and a minimum record of 4°F in 2014. You need to prepare to have about 19 days with temperatures down below 32°F, or 61% of time.

Day length in Washington D. C. in january is 09:46. The sun rises at 07:25 and sunset is at 17:11.



January: another location in the United States (USA)?

If you want to go to the United States (USA) in january, there are destinations with better weather than Washington D. C.:

In january, Hawaii (Honolulu) and Miami (Florida) have perfect weather.

Furthermore, Houston, Phoenix (Arizona), Dauphin Island (Alabama), Gulf Shores (Alabama), McAllen and Port Aransas have good weather.

Finally, California, Louisiana, Dallas, Austin, Myrtle Beach and Carolina Beach have a tolerable climate, but better than Washington D. C..

more information about United States's weather in january



Seasonal average climate and temperature of Washington D. C. in january

Check below seasonal norms These datas are compiled from the weather statements of the past years of the month of january.

January
Outside temperature
Average temperature 38°F
Highest temperature 43°F
Lowest temperature 31°F
Highest record temperature 67°F
(2013)
Lowest record temperature 4°F
(2014)
Number of days at +65°F 0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at -32°F 19 day(s)
(61%)
Sea temperature
Average sea temperature 48°F
Lowest sea temperature 45°F
Highest sea temperature 52°F
Wind
Wind speed 18km/h
Wind temperature 25°F
Precipitation (rainfall)
Rainfall 3.5in
Number of days with rainfall 5 day(s)
(15%)
Record daily rainfall 3.2in
(2016)
Snowfall 156.9cm
Other climate data
Humidity 79%
Visibility 8.88km
Cloud cover 42%
UV index 3
Daily sunshine hours 7
Sunrise and sunset
Time of sunrise 07:25
Time of sunset 17:11
Length of day 09:46
Our opinion about the weather in january
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net very bad


How was the weather last january?

Here is the day by day recorded weather in Washington D. C. in january 2024:

01-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
38°F to 45°F
02-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
34°F to 45°F
03-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
34°F to 47°F
04-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
38°F to 43°F
05-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
29°F to 41°F
06-01-2024
Light rain
32°F to 34°F
07-01-2024
Cloudy
36°F to 47°F
08-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
34°F to 43°F
09-01-2024
Light rain
36°F to 58°F
10-01-2024
Partly Cloudy
41°F to 59°F
11-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
32°F to 52°F
12-01-2024
Partly Cloudy
36°F to 47°F
13-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
41°F to 61°F
14-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
34°F to 38°F
15-01-2024
Cloudy
27°F to 34°F
16-01-2024
Moderate or heavy snow showers
31°F to 32°F
17-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
16°F to 27°F
18-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
20°F to 34°F
19-01-2024
Heavy snow
31°F to 34°F
20-01-2024
Light freezing rain
18°F to 27°F
21-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
20°F to 31°F
22-01-2024
Clear/Sunny
16°F to 38°F
23-01-2024
Partly Cloudy
23°F to 40°F
24-01-2024
Mist
32°F to 47°F
25-01-2024
Light drizzle
56°F to 63°F
26-01-2024
Patchy rain nearby
59°F to 68°F
27-01-2024
Partly Cloudy
47°F to 56°F
28-01-2024
Overcast
43°F to 47°F
29-01-2024
Cloudy
40°F to 47°F
30-01-2024
Partly Cloudy
34°F to 45°F
31-01-2024
Partly Cloudy
38°F to 47°F

Map: other cities in the United States (USA) in january

Cities near Washington D. C.:

Maryland in januaryvery bad weather
Baltimore in januaryvery bad weather
Ocean City (Maryland) in januaryvery bad weather
Wildwood in januaryvery bad weather
Philadelphia in januaryvery bad weather
Virginia in januaryvery bad weather
Atlantic City in januaryvery bad weather
Virginia Beach in januaryvery bad weather
New Jersey in januaryvery bad weather
Pittsburgh in januaryvery bad weather
New York City in januaryvery bad weather
Brooklyn in januaryvery bad weather
United States in january: See full list of cities

Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in january.

Legend: Washington D. C. perfect weather good tolerable bad very bad


Weather data for Washington D. C. in january:

Weather data for Washington D. C. for january are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Washington D. C.. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Washington D. C. can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Washington D. C..


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