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January
Weather in Columbus for January 2026
Your guide to Columbus weather in January - trends and predictions
With an average of 2 snowy days, Columbus usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
In general, the average temperature in Columbus at the beginning of January is 12.1 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably warm up, reaching an average of 15 °F by the end of January.
Columbus in January brings notable rainfall, with an average of 17 rainy days and a total precipitation of 217.5 mm.
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2
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11°/2°
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16 km/h
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68 %
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Columbus Weather January
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  14° | 2  13° | 3  10° | ||||
| 4 11° | 5  12° | 6  15° | 7 10° | 8 8° | 9 13° | 10 6° |
| 11 8° | 12 13° | 13  7° | 14 11° | 15 12° | 16 10° | 17 11° |
| 18 12° | 19 12° | 20 4° | 21 3° | 22 7° | 23 11° | 24 14° |
| 25  14° | 26  15° | 27 16° | 28 13° | 29 15° | 30 17° | 31 15° |
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Jan. 1 | Light rain | 14° /4° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 2 | Sunny | 13° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 | Moderate rain | 10° /2° | 8.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 4 | Sunny | 11° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Overcast | 12° /4° | 8.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 6 | Light rain shower | 15° /3° | 46.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Overcast | 10° /2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 8 | Overcast | 8° /1° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 9 | Light rain shower | 13° /2° | 40.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Overcast | 6° /1° | 18.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Overcast | 8° /1° | 4.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Light rain shower | 13° /1° | 2.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Partly cloudy | 7° /1° | 7.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Overcast | 11° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Sunny | 12° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Overcast | 10° /0° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Sunny | 11° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Patchy rain possible | 12° /2° | 20.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Overcast | 12° /-2° | 6.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Sunny | 4° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Sunny | 3° /-4° | 10 mm | 7.2 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Partly cloudy | 7° /-5° | 0.4 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Light rain | 11° /1° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Light drizzle | 14° /6° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 14° /7° | 5.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 15° /8° | 9.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Light rain shower | 16° /10° | 22.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Patchy rain possible | 13° /4° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Partly cloudy | 15° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Sunny | 17° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Partly cloudy | 15° /8° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Columbus in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Columbus forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Columbus in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Columbus during January?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 11° and colder nights, dipping below 2°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Columbus during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 217.5 mm is expected in Columbus during January, occurring over more than 17 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Columbus in January 2026?
Columbus experiences an average snowfall of 7.515 cm during January, occurring over 2 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Columbus during January?
The average wind speed in Columbus during January is 16 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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