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Altoona Weather in January

Altoona in January sees very low daytime temperatures of 2°C (36°F) and nighttime lows of -7°C (19°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 63 mm (2.5 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Altoona in January

You can expect snow/rain on around 14 days based on historical patterns, with 63 mm (2.5 in) average for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Altoona in January

January in Altoona brings typical temperatures with highs around 2°C (36°F) and lows of -7°C (19°F). Experience the winter season in January. Cold conditions tend to persist from morning through evening, so be prepared for winter weather. With lows of -7°C (19°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. It's generally the coldest month of the year, making it essential to pack warm layers and winter accessories.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Altoona. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Altoona Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -7°C (19°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 63 mm (2.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  

Best Places in the United States of America in January

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Altoona in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Altoona in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket.

What To Do in Altoona in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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