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College Park Weather in January

January in College Park averages 6°C (43°F) during the day and -4°C (25°F) at night. Quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical this month, with around 68 mm (2.7 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in College Park in January

Past climate data indicates that roughly 10 days will see snow/rain, totalling around 68 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 College Park in January

In January, College Park sees low temperatures, with highs of 6°C (43°F). Nights drop to around -4°C (25°F). During January, the winter season is in full swing. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With lows of -4°C (25°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. It's generally the coldest month of the year, making it essential to pack warm layers and winter accessories.

Sunshine in College Park in January

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 144 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

Wind Speed in College Park in January

Wind speeds average 5 m/s (10 knots) during January. At this speed, gentle to moderate breezes make small trees sway and the wind creates whitecaps on water bodies. Daily variations range from moderate winds to stronger breezes, creating excellent conditions for sailing, kite flying and wind sports.

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

College Park Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-4°C (25°F)
Max Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
68 mm (2.7 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
62% *
Windspeed
5 m/s (10 knots) *
Sunshine
144 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
48% *
* Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (16 KM, 10 Miles).

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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 College Park in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to College Park 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. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in College Park 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

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