Knoxville (TN)
January
Weather in Knoxville, Tennessee for January 2026
Your guide to Knoxville weather in January - trends and predictions
Knoxville typically experiences moderate snowfall in January, with an average of 9 snowy days.
According to Knoxville snow forecast for January 2026, 1 snowy day is expected until the end of the month at Saturday, January 31.So far, January 2026 in Knoxville is slightly warmer than the historical average by 1.8 °F.
The forecast for the coming days of January 2026 predicts a temperature of 3.9 °F , which is warmer than usual.
In general, the average temperature in Knoxville at the beginning of January is 6.6 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably cool down, reaching an average of 3.6 °F by the end of January.
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14
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9
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13 km/h
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74 %
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Knoxville Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Knoxville
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January weather in Knoxville day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Jan. 1 |  Overcast | 6° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 2 | Overcast | 6° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 |  Patchy rain possible | 8° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 4 |  Sunny | 6° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Overcast | 5° /-1° | 10 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| Jan. 6 |  Patchy light rain | 8° /2° | 12 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Light drizzle | 7° /2° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 8 |  Cloudy | 8° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 9 |  Moderate rain | 10° /3° | 23.9 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 10 |  Light snow showers | 7° /1° | 47.8 mm | 8.1 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Sunny | 6° /-1° | 0.9 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Light rain shower | 9° /-4° | 2.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Light snow showers | 7° /-1° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Cloudy | 3° /-3° | 3.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 15 |  Heavy snow | 0° /-5° | 2.2 mm | 1.9 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Overcast | 2° /-7° | 1 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| Jan. 17 |  Freezing fog | 3° /-8° | 3 mm | 1.7 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Heavy snow | 2° /-10° | 12.2 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Light snow showers | 3° /-6° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 20 |  Patchy light snow | -3° /-9° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Cloudy | 1° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 |  Mist | 2° /-7° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Overcast | 5° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Light rain shower | 2° /-3° | 18.3 mm | 1.9 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Light rain shower | 8° /0° | 82.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Overcast | 6° /1° | 2.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Light rain shower | 7° /-1° | 12.8 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Sunny | 4° /-7° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Overcast | 4° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Overcast | 3° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Light snow | -7° /-11° | 1.4 mm | 1 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Knoxville 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 Knoxville forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Knoxville in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Knoxville during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 4° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Knoxville during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 153.4 mm is expected in Knoxville during January, occurring over more than 8 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Knoxville in January 2026?
Knoxville experiences an average snowfall of 22.53 cm during January, occurring over 9 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Knoxville during January?
The average wind speed in Knoxville during January is 13 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Knoxville snow forecast January 2026
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On average, Knoxville sees 9 snowy days during January, with approximately 22.5 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in Knoxville
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Typically, Knoxville has 8 rainy days in January with a total of 153.4 mm of rainfall.
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