January Rainfall and Precipitation in Mississippi

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Mississippi, the United States of America in January.

Mississippi, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences precipitation in January ranging from moderate in Gulfport (92 mm (3.6 in)) to high in McComb (147 mm (5.8 in)). In January, it is winter.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Mississippi precipitation in January: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Mississippi, the United States of America receive in January?

In January, Gulfport typically receives modest rainfall, around 92 mm (3.6 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in Mississippi, the United States of America in January?

Rainfall in Gulfport typically falls on roughly 9 days days in January.

Is January part of the rainy season in Mississippi, the United States of America?

January is generally a drier month for Mississippi, the United States of America, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in January in Mississippi, the United States of America?

In our database, McComb stands out as having an average rainfall level of 147 mm (5.8 in), making it the wettest location.

What is the driest city in January in Mississippi, the United States of America?

In our records, Gulfport stands out as the driest city in Mississippi, the United States of America for January, averaging just 92 mm (3.6 in).

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