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Madison Weather in January

Madison in January sees low temperatures, with highs around 10°C (50°F) and overnight lows of -1°C (30°F). Snow/rainfall is fairly high at around 132 mm (5.2 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Madison in January

Past climate data indicates that roughly 10 days will see snow/rain, totalling around 132 mm (5.2 in) for the month. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.

Temperature in Madison in January

In January, Madison sees low temperatures, with highs of 10°C (50°F). Nights drop to around -1°C (30°F). The month of January belongs to the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With lows of -1°C (30°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. This month often claims the chilliest averages of the year.

January in Madison has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.

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Madison Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -1°C (30°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 132 mm (5.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
* Data from: Huntsville, the United States of America (15 KM, 9 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 Madison in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Madison 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. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags.

What To Do in Madison in January

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

Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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