Washington
January
Weather in Washington, Washington, D.C. for January 2027
Your guide to Washington weather in January - trends and predictions
With an average of 3 snowy days, Washington usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
In general, the average temperature in Washington at the beginning of January is 6.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably cool down, reaching an average of 4.3 °C by the end of January.
Washington experiences moderate rainfall in January, with an average of 6 rainy days and a total precipitation of 125.1 mm.
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69 %
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Washington Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Washington
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January weather in Washington 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 |  Patchy rain possible | 10° /2° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 |  Light snow | 7° /1° | 8.2 mm | 2.7 cm | |
| Jan. 4 |  Cloudy | 6° /1° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 5 |  Overcast | 6° /-1° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 6 |  Moderate snow | 4° /0° | 12.4 mm | 6 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Cloudy | 6° /-1° | 0.9 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Jan. 8 |  Sunny | 4° /-2° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 9 |  Light rain | 7° /-1° | 9.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 10 |  Moderate rain | 8° /0° | 14.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Light snow | 6° /-2° | 1.7 mm | 1 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Patchy rain possible | 8° /-1° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Light rain | 10° /0° | 3.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Patchy rain possible | 5° /-1° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Patchy rain possible | 4° /-3° | 1.6 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Light snow | 4° /-4° | 4.7 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Patchy rain possible | 6° /-1° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Cloudy | 5° /-1° | 0.8 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Light rain | 7° /-1° | 2.6 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Patchy rain possible | 2° /-4° | 1.6 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Overcast | 2° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Patchy rain possible | 3° /-4° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Overcast | 3° /-3° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Overcast | 3° /-3° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Moderate rain | 6° /-1° | 24.6 mm | 14.8 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Light snow | 6° /0° | 4.4 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Patchy rain possible | 6° /-1° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Light rain | 3° /-2° | 5.2 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Sunny | 4° /-3° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Overcast | 4° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Light snow | 3° /-2° | 11.4 mm | 1.8 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Washington 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 forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Washington in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Washington during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 5° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Washington during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 125.1 mm is expected in Washington during January, occurring over more than 6 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Washington in January 2027?
Washington experiences an average snowfall of 30.3 cm during January, occurring over 3 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Washington during January?
The average wind speed in Washington during January is 17 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Washington snow forecast January 2027
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On average, Washington sees 3 snowy days during January, with approximately 30.3 cm of total snowfall.
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Typically, Washington has 6 rainy days in January with a total of 125.1 mm of rainfall.
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