Tacoma Weather in January

Tacoma in January sees low daytime temperatures of 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows of 2°C (36°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 158 mm (6.2 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Tacoma in January

Historically, the month has about 19 days of rain, averaging 158 mm (6.2 in) in total. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Tacoma in January

Daytime temperatures in Tacoma reach 8°C (46°F) in January, dropping to 2°C (36°F) at night. Experience the winter season in January. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. Nights fall to 2°C (36°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Tacoma in January

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 66 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

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

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Tacoma Temperature in January

Min Temperature 2°C (36°F)  

Max Temperature 8°C (46°F)  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 158 mm (6.2 in)  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 66 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 22%  

What to Wear in Tacoma in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Tacoma in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Tacoma in January

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United States of America, check out our Tacoma's climate page.

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