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The Dalles Weather in January

With daytime temperatures of 6°C (43°F) and nighttime lows of -1°C (30°F), January in The Dalles 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 The Dalles in January

Historically, approximately 14 days this month are expected to have snow/rain, averaging 67 mm (2.6 in). Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in The Dalles in January

In January, The Dalles gets low temperatures, with highs of 6°C (43°F). Nights cool to around -1°C (30°F). This month falls in the winter season. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With lows of -1°C (30°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated.

Sunshine in The Dalles in January

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 97 hours of sunshine.

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

The Dalles Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Max Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Chance of Rain
46%
Precipitation
67 mm (2.6 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Sunshine
97 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Goldendale, the United States of America (37 KM, 23 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 The Dalles in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in The Dalles 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. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in The Dalles in January

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

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    3/10
  • Walking
    3/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    3/10

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