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Jefferson City Weather in January

January in Jefferson City brings low temperatures around 5°C (41°F) during the day, dropping to -6°C (21°F) at night, with the driest conditions of the year.

Rainfall in Jefferson City in January

This is the driest month, making it a great choice for planning outdoor excursions, even if the weather is on the cooler side. Expect around 7 days of snow/rain based on historical data, with 40 mm (1.6 in) average. When rain does fall, showers tend to be light and brief. Most days will be dry.

Temperature in Jefferson City in January

If you're visiting Jefferson City in January, expect highs of 5°C (41°F) and overnight lows around -6°C (21°F). January is part of the winter season. The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. Nights are well below freezing at -6°C (21°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation. Being the coldest month of the year, it's a good idea to bring your heaviest winter gear.

Sunshine in Jefferson City in January

The area enjoys a balanced 163 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. October typically offers the best weather for Jefferson City.

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Jefferson City Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C (21°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 23%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 40 mm (1.6 in)  
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).

Best Places in the United States of America in January

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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 (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 Jefferson City in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Jefferson City in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Jefferson City in January

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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