Columbia (SC)
January
Weather in Columbia, South Carolina for January 2026
Your guide to Columbia weather in January - trends and predictions
With an average of 3 snowy days, Columbia usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
In general, the average temperature in Columbia at the beginning of January is 9.7 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 14.1 °F by the end of January.
Columbia experiences moderate rainfall in January, with an average of 6 rainy days and a total precipitation of 77.2 mm.
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3
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9°/1°
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16 km/h
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60 %
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Columbia Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Columbia
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January weather in Columbia day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Jan. 1 |  Sunny | 13° /5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 2 | Sunny | 10° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 |  Overcast | 11° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 4 | Sunny | 8° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Overcast | 6° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 6 |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 13° /3° | 14.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Sunny | 7° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 8 |  Partly cloudy | 7° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 9 | Sunny | 6° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 10 |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 0° /-1° | 16.9 mm | 11.9 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Overcast | 7° /0° | 6.6 mm | 4.4 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Sunny | 5° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 13 |  Patchy rain possible | 7° /0° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Overcast | 9° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Partly cloudy | 9° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 16 |  Cloudy | 11° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Sunny | 11° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 12° /4° | 5.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 13° /4° | 10.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Sunny | 4° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 21 |  Patchy moderate snow | 0° /-2° | 4.5 mm | 2.6 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Partly cloudy | 2° /-3° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Overcast | 3° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Overcast | 5° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Sunny | 9° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Overcast | 10° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 10° /5° | 10.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Partly cloudy | 13° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Partly cloudy | 17° /5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Overcast | 17° /5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Overcast | 23° /10° | 7 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Columbia 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 Columbia forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Columbia in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Columbia during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 9° and colder nights, dipping below 1°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Columbia during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Columbia during January, with a total of 77.2 mm spread over approximately 6 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Columbia in January 2026?
Columbia experiences an average snowfall of 18.9 cm during January, occurring over 3 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Columbia during January?
The average wind speed in Columbia during January is 16 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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