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Milwaukee weather in January (Wisconsin, United States of America)

Curious about the January weather in Milwaukee? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Milwaukee generally has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around -1°C, while night temperatures can drop to -9°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

Milwaukee in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 36 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 10 days of snow.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 138 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Milwaukee. July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, November 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 Milwaukee climate page with graphs.

 

Milwaukee, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 36 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 72%  
SunshineSunshine 138 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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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 Milwaukee in January?

Visitors traveling to Milwaukee should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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