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Indianapolis weather in January (Indiana, United States of America)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Indianapolis during January? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In January, Indianapolis tends to experience low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is known for being in the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 2°C. At night, they generally drop to -7°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.

Precipitation

Indianapolis in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 69 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 11 days will experience snow/rainfall.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 133 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Indianapolis. August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Indianapolis climate page with graphs.

 

Indianapolis, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 69 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 75%  
SunshineSunshine 133 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage 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.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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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