Washington, Virginia Weather in January

January in Washington, Virginia brings low temperatures, with highs of 6°C (43°F) and nights dropping to -5°C (23°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 68 mm (2.7 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.

Rainfall in Washington, Virginia in January

Snow/rain is expected on roughly 10 days, totalling around 68 mm (2.7 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Washington, Virginia in January

Washington, Virginia in January gets highs of 6°C (43°F) during the day and drops to -5°C (23°F) at night. During January, the winter season is in full swing. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With overnight lows of -5°C (23°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. As the coldest month of the year, it's important to pack plenty of warm clothes and winter gear.

January in Washington, Virginia can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.