January
Weather in Washington, D.C. for January 2026
Your guide to Washington, D.C. weather in January - trends and predictions
The climate of Washington, D.C. in January is quite snowy, averaging 13 snowy days.
According to Washington, D.C. snow forecast for January 2026, 5 snowy days are expected until the end of the month. The closest date with snow is Saturday, January 24.Until now, January 2026 in Washington, D.C. is slightly cooler than the historical average by -1 °F.
The forecast for the next days in Washington, D.C. predicts temperatures to be around -2 °F, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Washington, D.C. at the beginning of January is 7.1 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of -4.1 °F by the end of January.
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Washington, D.C. Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Washington, D.C.
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January weather in Washington, D.C. day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Jan. 1 |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /4° | 5.6 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Jan. 2 |  Cloudy | 10° /1° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 |  Overcast | 8° /1° | 8.2 mm | 2.7 cm | |
| Jan. 4 | Cloudy | 7° /1° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Overcast | 6° /-2° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 6 | Cloudy | 4° /0° | 12.4 mm | 6 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Cloudy | 6° /-1° | 0.9 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Jan. 8 |  Sunny | 4° /-3° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 9 |  Partly cloudy | 7° /-1° | 9.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Sunny | 8° /0° | 14.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Overcast | 6° /-2° | 1.7 mm | 1 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Sunny | 8° /-1° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Sunny | 10° /0° | 3.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Overcast | 6° /-1° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Overcast | 4° /-3° | 1.6 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Overcast | 4° /-4° | 4.7 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Sunny | 6° /-2° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Cloudy | 5° /-1° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Partly cloudy | 7° /-1° | 2.6 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Sunny | 2° /-4° | 1.6 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Sunny | 8° /-9° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Sunny | 9° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Overcast | 5° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Overcast | -7° /-10° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 |  Heavy snow | -7° /-9° | 25.6 mm | 18.5 cm | |
| Jan. 26 |  Patchy moderate snow | -3° /-10° | 0.7 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Sunny | -4° /-12° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Partly cloudy | -1° /-15° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Heavy snow | -1° /-9° | 1.2 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Partly cloudy | -10° /-13° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Sunny | -3° /-13° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Washington, D.C. in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Washington, D.C. during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 6° and colder nights, dipping below -1°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Washington, D.C. during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 102.9 mm is expected in Washington, D.C. during January, occurring over more than 9 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Washington, D.C. in January 2026?
Washington, D.C. experiences an average snowfall of 18.992 cm during January, occurring over 13 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Washington, D.C. during January?
The average wind speed in Washington, D.C. during January is 17 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Washington, D.C. snow forecast January 2026
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On average, Washington, D.C. sees 13 snowy days during January, with approximately 19 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in Washington, D.C.
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Typically, Washington, D.C. has 9 rainy days in January with a total of 102.9 mm of rainfall.
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