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Weather in Lake Charles, Louisiana for January 2026

Your guide to Lake Charles weather in January - trends and predictions

    Snow Forecast ❄️

  • Snowfall in Lake Charles during January is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
    According to Lake Charles snow forecast for January 2026, no snow is expected until the end of the month.

  • Temperatures

  • So far, January 2026 in Lake Charles shows a warmer trend than usual by 2.9 °F.

  • The forecast for the upcoming days in Lake Charles predicts a temperature of 16.4 °F, which is slightly above the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Lake Charles at the beginning of January is 17.1 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly increase, reaching an average of 17.3 °F by the end of January.

  • Rain 🌧️

  • The climate of Lake Charles in January is notably wet, with an average of 13 rainy days, and a total of 284.5 mm of precipitation.

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Average dry days
17
Dry days
Average rainy days
13
Rainy days
Average snowy days
1
Snow days
Average temperatures
12°/4°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
18 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
75 %
Avg humidity

Lake Charles Weather January

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Temperatures trend during January in Lake Charles

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January weather in Lake Charles day by day

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Date Weather Temperatures Rain UV More
Jan. 1 Sunny
Sunny
18° /7° 0 mm 4
Jan. 2 Overcast
Overcast
19° /8° 0.6 mm 2
Jan. 3 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
19° /13° 0.2 mm 2
Jan. 4 Overcast
Overcast
14° /11° 0 mm 2
Jan. 5 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
19° /7° 17.8 mm 3
Jan. 6 Sunny
Sunny
15° /7° 2.3 mm 2
Jan. 7 Sunny
Sunny
16° /8° 0 mm 2
Jan. 8 Sunny
Sunny
15° /9° 0 mm 2
Jan. 9 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
14° /10° 18.2 mm 1
Jan. 10 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
14° /7° 40.5 mm 1
Jan. 11 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
12° /3° 0 mm 3
Jan. 12 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
11° /2° 9.2 mm 3
Jan. 13 Overcast
Overcast
12° /5° 0.2 mm 2
Jan. 14 Overcast
Overcast
15° /6° 0 mm 3
Jan. 15 Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
12° /6° 1.1 mm 3
Jan. 16 Cloudy
Cloudy
16° /3° 0 mm 3
Jan. 17 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
15° /5° 1.3 mm 0.2
Jan. 18 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
11° /0° 0.1 mm 0.8
Jan. 19 Overcast
Overcast
17° /5° 0 mm 0
Jan. 20 Cloudy
Cloudy
10° /7° 0 mm 2
Jan. 21 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
9° /6° 7.3 mm 2
Jan. 22 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
18° /12° 1.1 mm 3
Jan. 23 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
24° /16° 0.1 mm 4
Jan. 24 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
23° /15° 4.6 mm 4
Jan. 25 Sunny
Sunny
15° /8° 0 mm 4
Jan. 26 Sunny
Sunny
18° /5° 0 mm 4
Jan. 27 Overcast
Overcast
21° /13° 0 mm 4
Jan. 28 Mist
Mist
24° /16° 0.1 mm 4
Jan. 29 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
16° /11° 6.5 mm 3
Jan. 30 Sunny
Sunny
8° /8° 0 mm 3
Jan. 31 Fog
Fog
19° /13° 2.2 mm 4
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Lake Charles in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Lake Charles forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

Lake Charles in January - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Lake Charles during January?

Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 12° and colder nights, dipping below 4°.

How much rainfall should be expected in Lake Charles during January?

Significant rainfall exceeding 284.5 mm is expected in Lake Charles during January, occurring over more than 13 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

Will it snow in Lake Charles in January 2026?

Lake Charles typically sees 19.29 cm of snowfall during January.

What are the typical wind conditions in Lake Charles during January?

The average wind speed in Lake Charles during January is 18 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

January rainfall patterns in Lake Charles

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Lake Charless January weather 💧
Typically, Lake Charles has 13 rainy days in January with a total of 284.5 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Lake Charles during January

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