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Burlington weather in January (Vermont, United States of America)

Curious about the climate in Burlington this January? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Burlington includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. The month of January belongs to the winter season. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around -2°C, while the nights will see a decline to about -11°C. Being the coldest month of the year, it’s a good idea to bring your heaviest winter gear.

Precipitation

Burlington in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. Enjoy the driest month with minimal rain interruptions. It's an excellent time for outdoor plans, from sports to festivals. Typically, you can expect about 14 days of snow this month.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 128 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Burlington. August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Burlington climate page with graphs.

 

Burlington, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 49 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
SunshineSunshine 128 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 44%  

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Burlington should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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