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Elkhart weather in January (Indiana, United States of America)

Thinking of visiting Elkhart in January? Check the weather first! Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

January in Elkhart generally includes very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is part of winter. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 0°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to -8°C. Expect chilly temperatures this month, as it is typically the coldest of the year. Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

Precipitation

Elkhart in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. Expect around 14 days of snow/rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

With about 110 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Elkhart. July and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Elkhart, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 0°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 71 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
SunshineSunshine 110 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: South Bend, the United States of America (22 KM, 14 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.

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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?

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.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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