Madison (WI)
January
Weather in Madison, Wisconsin for January 2027
Your guide to Madison weather in January - trends and predictions
With an average of 5 snowy days, Madison usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
In general, the average temperature in Madison at the beginning of January is -0.6 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably cool down, reaching an average of -3.1 °F by the end of January.
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23
Dry days
3
Rainy days
5
Snow days
-3°/-8°
Temperatures
22 km/h
Avg max wind
79 %
Avg humidity
Madison Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Madison
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January weather in Madison day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan. 1 |  Overcast | -1° /-5° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 2 | Overcast | 1° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 0° /-5° | 2.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 4 |  Patchy rain possible | -1° /-7° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Overcast | -1° /-5° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 6 | Patchy rain possible | -1° /-4° | 2.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Overcast | -1° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 8 |  Moderate rain | -1° /-4° | 20.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 9 |  Light snow | 2° /-4° | 6.8 mm | 1.9 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Patchy rain possible | 0° /-4° | 1.3 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Overcast | 0° /-6° | 0.3 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 12 |  Light rain | 1° /-4° | 5.9 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Patchy rain possible | -2° /-8° | 1.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 14 |  Sunny | -5° /-12° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Overcast | -6° /-13° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Light snow | -3° /-10° | 4.8 mm | 1.8 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Overcast | -4° /-9° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 18 |  Light freezing rain | -4° /-12° | 1.4 mm | 1 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Light freezing rain | -9° /-14° | 2.2 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Light freezing rain | -9° /-17° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Light snow | -7° /-15° | 6.4 mm | 4.6 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Light freezing rain | -4° /-11° | 0.5 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Light snow | -7° /-11° | 3.1 mm | 1.7 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Patchy rain possible | -5° /-11° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Light rain | -3° /-7° | 2.8 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Light freezing rain | -3° /-10° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Overcast | -3° /-9° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Patchy rain possible | -4° /-9° | 1.6 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| Jan. 29 |  Partly cloudy | -4° /-10° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Overcast | -4° /-10° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Sunny | -1° /-11° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Madison 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 Madison forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Madison in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Madison during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding -3° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Madison during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Madison during January, with a total of 69.4 mm spread over approximately 3 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Madison in January 2027?
Madison experiences an average snowfall of 15.8 cm during January, occurring over 5 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Madison during January?
The average wind speed in Madison during January is 22 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Madison snow forecast January 2027
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On average, Madison sees 5 snowy days during January, with approximately 15.8 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in Madison
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Typically, Madison has 3 rainy days in January with a total of 69.4 mm of rainfall.
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