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Fayetteville Weather in January

With daytime temperatures of 4°C (39°F) and nighttime lows of -6°C (21°F), January in Fayetteville brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical. Around 81 mm (3.2 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Fayetteville in January

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 18 days of snow/rain, with 81 mm (3.2 in) average for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Fayetteville in January

In January, expect low temperatures in Fayetteville, with highs of 4°C (39°F) and lows of -6°C (21°F) at night. January marks the winter season. Even daytime conditions remain cold, making layers, a warm coat, and winter accessories a good idea. With lows of -6°C (21°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. Expect the coldest temperatures of the year this month. Make sure you have enough winter clothing to stay warm.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. August and September typically offer the best weather for Fayetteville.

Fayetteville Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-6°C (21°F)
Max Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Chance of Rain
60%
Precipitation
81 mm (3.2 in)
Rainy days
18 days

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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 Fayetteville in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Fayetteville 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.

What To Do in Fayetteville in January

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

  • Cycling
    3/10
  • Walking
    3/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    3/10

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