Houston weather in January (Texas, United States of America)
What weather conditions can you expect in Houston this January? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.
Temperatures
In January, Houston typically experiences moderate temperatures and high rainfall. The month of January belongs to the winter season. Anticipate daytime highs near 17°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 7°C. While this is the time of year with slightly cooler averages, it remains comfortably warm.
Precipitation
Houston in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 101 mm for the month. Typically around 10 days days of rainfall are expected.Average sunshine
The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 142 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March typically offers the best circumstances. While July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Houston climate page with graphs.
Houston, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
7°C
Max Temperature
17°C
Chance of Rain
32%
Precipitation
101 mm
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
75%
Windspeed
13 km/h
Sunshine
142 hours
Percentage Sunshine
44%
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.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Houston, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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