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Stafford Weather in January

With daytime temperatures of 7°C (45°F) and nighttime lows of -4°C (25°F), January in Stafford brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical. Around 67 mm (2.6 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Stafford in January

Snow/rain is expected on roughly 10 days, totalling around 67 mm (2.6 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Stafford in January

January in Stafford brings typical temperatures with highs around 7°C (45°F) and lows of -4°C (25°F). During January, the winter season is in full swing. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. At -4°C (25°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating. It's generally the coldest month of the year, making it essential to pack warm layers and winter accessories.

Sunshine in Stafford in January

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 144 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Stafford. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Stafford Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-4°C (25°F)
Max Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Chance of Rain
34%
Precipitation
67 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
62% *
Sunshine
144 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
48% *
* Data from: Washington DC, the United States of America (57 KM, 35 Miles).

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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 Stafford in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Stafford 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 Stafford 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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