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Gaithersburg Weather in January

Gaithersburg in January averages 5°C (41°F) during the day and -4°C (25°F) at night. This is part of the winter season, and quite a bit of snow/rainfall is expected this month.

Rainfall in Gaithersburg in January

Historically, January sees about 10 days of snow/rain, with a monthly average of 72 mm (2.8 in). Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Gaithersburg in January

Gaithersburg in January gets highs of 5°C (41°F) during the day and drops to -4°C (25°F) at night. The month of January belongs to the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights are well below freezing at -4°C (25°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation. Expect the coldest temperatures of the year this month. Make sure you have enough winter clothing to stay warm.

Sunshine in Gaithersburg in January

The city usually sees around 144 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

January in Gaithersburg has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Gaithersburg Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -4°C (25°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 72 mm (2.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 62% *  
SunshineSunshine 144 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 48% *  
* Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (35 KM, 22 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 Gaithersburg in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Gaithersburg 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. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Gaithersburg 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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