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Gainesville Weather in January

In Gainesville, January brings low daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), with nights cooling to -1°C (30°F). Expect quite a bit of snow/rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Gainesville in January

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 10 days of snow/rain, with 125 mm (4.9 in) average for the month. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.

Temperature in Gainesville in January

Expect highs of 10°C (50°F) in Gainesville in January, with nights dropping to around -1°C (30°F). January marks the winter season. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With overnight lows of -1°C (30°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. Experience the year's most moderate temperatures in January.

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

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Gainesville Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -1°C (30°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 125 mm (4.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 68% *  
* Data from: Athens, the United States of America (55 KM, 34 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in January

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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 (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 Gainesville in January

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in January, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags.

What To Do in Gainesville in January

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

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

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