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Fairfax weather in January (Virginia, United States of America)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Fairfax this January? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Fairfax includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Experience the winter season in January. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 6°C. After dark they usually decrease to around -4°C. This month is known for being the coldest, so make sure you pack appropriately with plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Fairfax in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. This month experiences about 10 days of snow/rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 144 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Fairfax. August typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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Fairfax, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 6°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 71 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 62% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s *  
SunshineSunshine 144 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 48% *  
Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (23 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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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
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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