Chattanooga Weather in January

January in Chattanooga brings low temperatures around 10°C (50°F) during the day, dropping to -1°C (30°F) at night, with quite a bit of snow/rainfall expected, averaging around 121 mm (4.8 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Chattanooga in January

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 11 days with snow/rain, averaging 121 mm (4.8 in) for the month. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Chattanooga in January

Temperatures in Chattanooga in January top out at 10°C (50°F) and drop to -1°C (30°F) overnight. January is part of winter. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. At -1°C (30°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating. The temperatures in January are often the mildest compared to the rest of the year.

Sunshine in Chattanooga in January

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 149 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Chattanooga. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Chattanooga Temperature in January

Min Temperature -1°C (30°F)  

Max Temperature 10°C (50°F)  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 121 mm (4.8 in)  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 70%  

Sunshine 149 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 46%  

What to Wear in Chattanooga in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Chattanooga 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. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Chattanooga in January

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United States of America, check out our Chattanooga's climate page.

More climate data for Chattanooga

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