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Ohio Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ohio, the United States of America in January.

Are you planning a trip a to Ohio, the United States of America in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Ohio in January

Ohio, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. January in Ohio generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very cold in Wauseon at 0°C (32°F) to cold in Gallipolis at 5°C (41°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -6°C (21°F) in Gallipolis and -8°C (18°F) in Wauseon. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

For specific regional insights in Ohio, the United States of America, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Huron with an average of 51 mm (2 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Beachwood with 82 mm (3.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Cincinnati receives about 121 hours of sunlight in January, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Ohio by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ohio — and find the best time to visit. (based on Cincinnati)

Best Places to Visit in Ohio in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Ohio.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Ohio

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Ohio, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Ohio (January)

Precipitation variation in Ohio (January)

Cincinnati

In January Cincinnati generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
101 hours
121 hours
128 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
75 mm (3 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

North Canton

In January North Canton generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Saint Clairsville

In January Saint Clairsville generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
73 hours
96 hours
110 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
77 mm (3 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Cambridge

In January Cambridge generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Streetsboro

In January Streetsboro generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Ohio, in the United States of America.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Ohio in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cincinnati 4°C (39°F) -5°C (23°F) 75 mm (3 in)
North Canton 1°C (34°F) -7°C (19°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Saint Clairsville 2°C (36°F) -7°C (19°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Cambridge 3°C (37°F) -6°C (21°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Streetsboro 1°C (34°F) -8°C (18°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Wooster 1°C (34°F) -8°C (18°F) 52 mm (2 in)

Ohio weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ohio, the United States of America in January?

Expect poor weather across Ohio, the United States of America in January. The popular destination of Cincinnati averages 4°C (39°F) by day and -5°C (23°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Ohio, the United States of America in January?

Cincinnati averages a daytime maximum of 4°C (39°F) in January, with overnight lows close to -5°C (23°F).

Does Ohio, the United States of America get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Not particularly. Cincinnati averages just 75 mm (3 in) of snow/rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Ohio, the United States of America.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Ohio, the United States of America?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Ohio, the United States of America with often poor weather in Cincinnati.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Cincinnati. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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