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Cambridge Weather in January

January in Cambridge typically sees daytime highs of 3°C (37°F) and nighttime lows of -6°C (21°F). Rainfall is also possible this month, so it's worth packing an umbrella. It falls within the winter season.

Rainfall in Cambridge in January

The climate data from previous years indicates about 14 days of snow/rain, averaging 69 mm (2.7 in) 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 Cambridge in January

Temperatures in Cambridge in January top out at 3°C (37°F) and drop to -6°C (21°F) overnight. During January, the winter season is in full swing. Cold conditions tend to persist from morning through evening, so be prepared for winter weather. Nights drop below freezing to -6°C (21°F). An extra blanket is worth packing if you're unsure about the heating where you're staying. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

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

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Cambridge Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C (21°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 69 mm (2.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  

Best Places 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. See all of 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 Cambridge in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Cambridge 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 Cambridge in January

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

Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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