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Charlottesville Weather in January

January in Charlottesville brings low temperatures around 7°C (45°F) during the day, dropping to -3°C (27°F) at night, with quite a bit of snow/rainfall expected, averaging around 72 mm (2.8 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Charlottesville in January

Historically, the month has about 10 days of snow/rain, averaging 72 mm (2.8 in) in total. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Charlottesville in January

In January, Charlottesville gets low temperatures, with highs of 7°C (45°F). Nights cool to around -3°C (27°F). Winter occurs in January. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With overnight lows of -3°C (27°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April typically offers the best weather for Charlottesville.

Charlottesville Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-3°C (27°F)
Max Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Chance of Rain
32%
Precipitation
72 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
10 days

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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 Charlottesville in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Charlottesville in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days.

What To Do in Charlottesville in January

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

  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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