Richmond (VA)
January
Weather in Richmond, Virginia for January 2026
Your guide to Richmond weather in January - trends and predictions
With an average of 5 snowy days, Richmond usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
In general, the average temperature in Richmond at the beginning of January is 5.6 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 11.9 °F by the end of January.
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18
Dry days
8
Rainy days
5
Snow days
7°/0°
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17 km/h
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63 %
Avg humidity
Richmond Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Richmond
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January weather in Richmond day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Jan. 1 |  Overcast | 10° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 2 |  Sunny | 7° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 | Overcast | 6° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 4 |  Patchy rain possible | 5° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Overcast | 4° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 6 |  Heavy rain | 2° /-1° | 31.2 mm | 9.6 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Patchy rain possible | 5° /-2° | 0.4 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 8 | Sunny | 4° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 9 |  Moderate rain | 10° /-2° | 22.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 10 |  Light drizzle | 7° /-1° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Sunny | 9° /-1° | 17.6 mm | 7.5 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Overcast | 10° /-1° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Patchy rain possible | 12° /1° | 2.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Overcast | 5° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 15 |  Light snow | 3° /-3° | 0.5 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Jan. 16 |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 3° /-6° | 1.2 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Sunny | 3° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Overcast | 6° /-1° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Light rain | 6° /-2° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 20 |  Light freezing rain | 0° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Sunny | 0° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Sunny | 1° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Overcast | 5° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 24 |  Mist | 9° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Patchy rain possible | 13° /5° | 2.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 26 |  Patchy light rain with thunder | 13° /8° | 4.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Patchy rain possible | 13° /4° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 |  Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 9° /4° | 8.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Patchy rain possible | 12° /3° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 30 |  Cloudy | 10° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Patchy rain possible | 13° /3° | 2.6 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Richmond 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 Richmond forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Richmond in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Richmond during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 7° and colder nights, dipping below 0°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Richmond during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Richmond during January, with a total of 98.3 mm spread over approximately 8 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Richmond in January 2026?
Richmond experiences an average snowfall of 17.985 cm during January, occurring over 5 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Richmond during January?
The average wind speed in Richmond during January is 17 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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