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Jackson weather in January (Mississippi, United States of America)

What can you expect from the weather in Jackson during January? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Jackson generally has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. January is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 14°C, while night temperatures can drop to 2°C. This month often claims the chilliest averages of the year.

Jackson in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 121 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 10 days of rain are anticipated.

The area enjoys a balanced 154 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

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

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

 

Jackson, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 32%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 121 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 76%  
SunshineSunshine 154 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 48%  

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in January and which places have the best weather 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 Jackson in January?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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