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Madison Weather in January
January in Madison brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 13°C (55°F) and nights around 0°C (32°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 87 mm (3.4 in), so pack an umbrella.
Rainfall in Madison in January
You can expect rain on roughly 11 days based on historical data, averaging 87 mm (3.4 in) for the month. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.
Temperature in Madison in January
Madison in January gets highs of 13°C (55°F) during the day and drops to 0°C (32°F) at night. January marks the winter season. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 0°C (32°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets. Experience the year's most moderate temperatures in January.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, April, May, September and October typically offer the best circumstances for Madison.
Madison Temperature in January
Min Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Max Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
87 mm (3.4 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
68% *
* Data from: Athens, the United States of America (41 KM, 25 Miles).
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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
Pack for changing conditions in Madison in January. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes.
What To Do in Madison in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Barbeque4/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports6/10
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