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Elizabethtown Weather in January

January in Elizabethtown sees daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and lows of -5°C (23°F) at night. With around 95 mm (3.7 in) of snow/rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Elizabethtown in January

Historically, approximately 12 days this month are expected to have snow/rain, averaging 95 mm (3.7 in). Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Elizabethtown in January

Elizabethtown in January gets highs of 6°C (43°F) during the day and drops to -5°C (23°F) at night. January is in the winter season. The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. With overnight lows of -5°C (23°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. It is the coldest month of the year, so be sure to pack proper winter clothing for the conditions.Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Sunshine in Elizabethtown in January

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 142 hours of sunlight expected. This means a decent mix of sun and overcast.

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

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Elizabethtown Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -5°C (23°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 95 mm (3.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
SunshineSunshine 142 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 45% *  
* Data from: Louisville, the United States of America (62 KM, 39 Miles).

Best Places in 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 Elizabethtown in January

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

What To Do in Elizabethtown in January

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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