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Portage Weather in January

In Portage, January brings very low daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), with nights cooling to -8°C (18°F). Expect quite a bit of snow/rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Portage in January

Typically, you can expect about 13 days of snow/rain this month, with 66 mm (2.6 in) on average. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Portage in January

January in Portage brings very low temperatures, with highs of 0°C (32°F) and nights around -8°C (18°F). Winter occurs in January. Cold conditions tend to persist from morning through evening, so be prepared for winter weather. At -8°C (18°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating. It is the coldest month of the year, so be sure to pack proper winter clothing for the conditions.Pack accordingly with warm clothes.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Portage. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Portage Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-8°C (18°F)
Max Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Chance of Rain
43%
Precipitation
66 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
13 days

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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 Portage in January

Cold weather calls for smart layering in January. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days.

What To Do in Portage in January

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

  • Cycling
    2/10
  • Walking
    2/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    2/10

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