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Indiana Weather in January

During January, Indiana experiences very low daytime temperatures of 2°C (36°F) and cooler nights around -8°C (18°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of snow/rainfall. Around 82 mm (3.2 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Indiana in January

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 18 days with snow/rain, averaging 82 mm (3.2 in) for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Indiana in January

Indiana in January gets highs of 2°C (36°F) during the day and drops to -8°C (18°F) at night. January is known for being in the winter season. Even daytime conditions remain cold, making layers, a warm coat, and winter accessories a good idea. With lows of -8°C (18°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. It's generally the coldest month of the year, making it essential to pack warm layers and winter accessories.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Indiana. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Indiana Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-8°C (18°F)
Max Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Chance of Rain
60%
Precipitation
82 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 Indiana in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Indiana in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho.

What To Do in Indiana in January

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

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

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