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

How is January weather typically in Portage? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

The month of January in Portage typically brings very low temperatures and low snowfall. January marks the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at -3°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -12°C. Since it's the coldest month of the year, you'll want to bundle up with extra layers and winter clothing.

Precipitation

Portage in January usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 30 mm for the month. The month is marked by minimal rainfall, making it a good time for outdoor activities. Enjoy the dry spell, a great time to go hiking. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 8 days with snow.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 145 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Portage. July and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Portage climate page with graphs.

 

Portage, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature -12°C  

Max Temperature -3°C  

Chance of Rain 27%  

Precipitation 30 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 145 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 48% *  

Data from: Madison, the United States of America (52 KM, 32 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in January

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Weather conditions Weather

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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 this month?

Visitors traveling to Portage 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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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