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Springfield Weather in January

During January, Springfield experiences low daytime temperatures of 6°C (43°F) and cooler nights around -4°C (25°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of snow/rainfall. Around 72 mm (2.8 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Springfield in January

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 10 days with snow/rain, averaging 72 mm (2.8 in) for the month. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Springfield in January

Temperatures in Springfield in January top out at 6°C (43°F) and drop to -4°C (25°F) overnight. The winter season is characteristic of January. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With overnight lows of -4°C (25°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. Since it's the coldest month of the year, you'll want to bundle up with extra layers and winter clothing.

Sunshine in Springfield in January

The area enjoys a balanced 144 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

Wind Speed in Springfield in January

Wind speeds average 5 m/s (10 knots) during January. At this speed, gentle to moderate breezes make small trees sway and the wind creates whitecaps on water bodies. Daily variations range from moderate winds to stronger breezes, creating excellent conditions for sailing, kite flying and wind sports.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April typically offers the best weather for Springfield.

Springfield Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-4°C (25°F)
Max Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
72 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
62% *
Windspeed
5 m/s (10 knots) *
Sunshine
144 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
48% *
* Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (14 KM, 9 Miles).

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Best Places in the United States of America in January

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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).

What to Wear in Springfield in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Springfield in January. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Springfield in January

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

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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