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Jefferson City weather in January (Missouri, United States of America)

Curious about the climate in Jefferson City this January? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

The typical weather for January in Jefferson City includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January ushers in the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 5°C, while nights can cool down to about -6°C. This month is known for being the coldest, so make sure you pack appropriately with plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Jefferson City in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 40 mm for the month. The month is marked by minimal rainfall, making it a good time for outdoor activities. Enjoy the dry spell, a great time to go hiking. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 7 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 163 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Jefferson City. October typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Jefferson City, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 23%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 40 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
SunshineSunshine 163 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 52% *  
Data from: Columbia, the United States of America (43 KM, 27 Miles).

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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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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
2/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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