Weather in January in Mississippi
Planning a journey to Mississippi this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Mississippi in January?
Mississippi is a region in the United States of America. January in Mississippi generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. January falls during the winter season.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Olive Branch at 9°C to mild in Moss Point at 16°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C in Moss Point and -2°C in Olive Branch. Although January is typically the coldest month, there are still areas in Mississippi where the temperatures are mild, allowing for a comfortable visit any time of the year.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Gulfport with an average of 92 mm to high rainfall in McComb with 147 mm.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Mississippi in January, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Mississippi climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Mississippi?
Gulfport
In January Gulfport generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Southaven
In January Southaven generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Olive Branch
In January Olive Branch generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Robinsonville
In January Robinsonville generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Ocean Springs
In January Ocean Springs generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Mississippi, in the United States of America.
Is January the best time to visit Mississippi?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Gulfport, January might be a good time to visit Mississippi. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
Generally speaking, October and November provide perfect weather in Gulfport. In contrast, August tends to have poor weather conditions.
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