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Springfield weather in January (Pennsylvania, United States of America)

Curious about the January weather in Springfield? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Springfield typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. January is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 5°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -4°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

Springfield in January usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 84 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 10 days of snow/rain.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 153 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Springfield. May typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Springfield climate page with graphs.

 

Springfield, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 6°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 84 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 66% *  
SunshineSunshine 153 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 52% *  
* Data from: Philadelphia, the United States of America (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in January

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Springfield in January?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 6°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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