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Williamsburg Weather in January

Thinking of visiting Williamsburg in January? Expect low temperatures reaching 7°C (45°F) during the day, dropping to -4°C (25°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Williamsburg in January

Typically, you can expect about 12 days of snow/rain this month, with 100 mm (3.9 in) on average. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Williamsburg in January

In January, expect low temperatures in Williamsburg, with highs of 7°C (45°F) and lows of -4°C (25°F) at night. During January, you'll experience the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights drop below freezing to -4°C (25°F). An extra blanket is worth packing if you're unsure about the heating where you're staying. The month is typically the coldest, so be sure to prepare by packing plenty of warm clothing.

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

Williamsburg Temperature in January

Min Temperature
-4°C (25°F)
Max Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
100 mm (3.9 in)
Rainy days
12 days

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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 Williamsburg in January

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Williamsburg 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. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags.

What To Do in Williamsburg in January

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

  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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