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Olympia Weather in January

Olympia in January sees low daytime temperatures of 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows of 1°C (34°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 205 mm (8.1 in) of rainfall for the month.

Rainfall in Olympia in January

Olympia is in the rainy season in January, with rain on around 20 days and an average of 205 mm (8.1 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in Olympia in January

In January, Olympia sees low temperatures, with highs of 8°C (46°F). Nights drop to around 1°C (34°F). January is part of the winter season. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. Nights fall to 1°C (34°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Olympia in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 66 hours of sunshine.

January in Olympia has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Olympia Temperature in January

Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
68%
Precipitation
205 mm (8.1 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Sunshine
66 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
22% *
* Data from: Tacoma, 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 Olympia in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Olympia 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. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Olympia in January

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

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    3/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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