Dayton weather in January (Ohio, United States of America)
What kind of weather does January bring to Dayton? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
In January, Dayton typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of January. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 3°C. After dark they usually decrease to around -6°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.
Precipitation
Dayton in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 70 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 13 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.Average sunshine
The area enjoys a balanced 136 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Dayton. May and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Dayton climate page with graphs.
Dayton, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
-6°C
Max Temperature
3°C
Chance of Rain
43%
Precipitation
70 mm
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
72%
Sunshine
136 hours
Percentage Sunshine
44%
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.
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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