Virginia weather in January
Considering a trip to Virginia this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Virginia in January?
Virginia is a region in the United States of America. January in Virginia generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. In January, it is winter.
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 5°C in Winchester to 11°C in Chesapeake. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -0°C in Chesapeake and -5°C in Winchester. 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.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Harrisonburg with an average of 57 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Williamsburg with 82 mm. Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Virginia Beach. Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 173 hours of sunlight expected in Virginia Beach. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
For a closer look at January's conditions in Virginia, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Virginia's yearly weather, check out our Virginia climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Virginia?
Virginia Beach
In January Virginia Beach generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Richmond
In January Richmond generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Williamsburg
In January Williamsburg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Arlington
In January Arlington generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Alexandria
In January Alexandria generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Virginia, in the United States of America.
Is January the best time to visit Virginia?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Virginia Beach, January may not be the ideal time to visit Virginia.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April and May offering mostly perfect weather in Virginia Beach. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.
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