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Cleveland Weather in January

Thinking of visiting Cleveland in January? Expect low temperatures reaching 10°C (50°F) during the day, dropping to -3°C (27°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Cleveland in January

Typically, you can expect about 11 days of snow/rain this month, with 145 mm (5.7 in) on average. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Cleveland in January

If you're visiting Cleveland in January, expect highs of 10°C (50°F) and overnight lows around -3°C (27°F). January is part of winter. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. At -3°C (27°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating. This period often claims the chilliest monthly averages of the year.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April, May, September and October typically offer the best weather for Cleveland.

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Cleveland Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C (27°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 145 mm (5.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 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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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 Cleveland in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Cleveland 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.

What To Do in Cleveland 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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