Chesapeake weather in January (Virginia, United States of America)

How does the January weather in Chesapeake compare to other months? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Chesapeake includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The month of January belongs to the winter season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 11°C. After dark they usually decrease to around -0°C. During January, the city enjoys the most temperate climate of the year.

Precipitation

Chesapeake in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 10 days this month are expected to have snow/rain.

Average sunshine

With about 173 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Chesapeake. April generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Chesapeake, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -0°C  

Max Temperature 11°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 77 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Sunshine 173 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 56% *  

* Data from: Virginia Beach, the United States of America (29 KM, 18 Miles).

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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