Atlanta weather in January (Georgia, United States of America)
What can you expect from the weather in Atlanta during January? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.
In January, Atlanta typically experiences low temperatures and high rainfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 11°C. But by evening, they drop to around 0°C. During this period, the city experiences its coolest temperatures annually.
Atlanta in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 107 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 11 days of the month will see rainfall.
The city usually sees around 164 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Atlanta. May, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January and February tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Atlanta climate page with graphs.
Atlanta, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
0°C
Max Temperature
11°C
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
107 mm
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
67%
Sunshine
164 hours
Percentage Sunshine
52%
Where to go in the United States of America in January
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Atlanta in January?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.
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