Temperature in District of Columbia in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in District of Columbia, the United States of America this January.

District of Columbia, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, typically experiences cold weather in January, with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) in Washington. In January, it is winter. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in District of Columbia, the United States of America in January?

Explore the map below to discover average January temperatures at the top destinations in District of Columbia. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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See also: District of Columbia weather by month.

Best Places to Visit in District of Columbia in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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District of Columbia temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in District of Columbia, the United States of America in January?

Washington averages a daytime high of 6°C (43°F) in January, which is low for District of Columbia, the United States of America.

How cold does it get at night in District of Columbia, the United States of America in January?

Nighttime temperatures in Washington typically drop to around -3°C (27°F) in January.

How much sun does District of Columbia, the United States of America get in January?

Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 144 hours of sunlight expected in Washington. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

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