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January
Weather in Columbus for January 2026
Your guide to Columbus weather in January - trends and predictions
The climate of Columbus in January is quite snowy, averaging 12 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Columbus at the beginning of January is 4.4 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to noticeably cool down, reaching an average of 2.3 °F by the end of January.
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10
Dry days
9
Rainy days
12
Snow days
3°/-3°
Temperatures
18 km/h
Avg max wind
74 %
Avg humidity
Columbus in January average weather
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
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| 1  7° | 2  7° | 3 6° | ||||
| 4  5° | 5 4° | 6 1° | 7 1° | 8  1° | 9 4° | 10  2° |
| 11 2° | 12 6° | 13 4° | 14 -1° | 15 -1° | 16  1° | 17 2° |
| 18 2° | 19 3° | 20 -2° | 21 -2° | 22 -1° | 23 -0° | 24 1° |
| 25  4° | 26  3° | 27 2° | 28 2° | 29 1° | 30 2° | 31 2° |
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Jan. 1 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 7° /1° | 9.7 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| Jan. 2 | Overcast | 7° /1° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 | Overcast | 6° /1° | 7.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 4 | Partly cloudy | 5° /-1° | 2.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Overcast | 4° /-3° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 6 | Overcast | 1° /-3° | 13.7 mm | 6.7 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Overcast | 1° /-5° | 0.3 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 8 | Cloudy | 1° /-5° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 9 | Partly cloudy | 4° /-3° | 7.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Sunny | 2° /-4° | 2.5 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Overcast | 2° /-4° | 1.8 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Overcast | 6° /-2° | 7.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Overcast | 4° /-3° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Overcast | -1° /-7° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Overcast | -1° /-7° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Light freezing rain | 1° /-6° | 3.3 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Light freezing rain | 2° /-4° | 2 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Overcast | 2° /-3° | 1.5 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Overcast | 3° /-4° | 4.7 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Overcast | -2° /-8° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Overcast | -2° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Overcast | -1° /-9° | 1.4 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Light freezing rain | 0° /-5° | 1.6 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Light freezing rain | 1° /-6° | 5.2 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Moderate snow | 4° /-4° | 4.4 mm | 1.8 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Patchy rain possible | 3° /-3° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Light freezing rain | 2° /-5° | 2.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Overcast | 2° /-4° | 3.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Partly cloudy | 1° /-4° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Cloudy | 2° /-5° | 3.4 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 2° /-3° | 7.5 mm | 1.7 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?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 3° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Columbus during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Columbus during January, with a total of 97.8 mm spread over approximately 9 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Columbus in January 2026?
Columbus experiences an average snowfall of 10.485 cm during January, occurring over 12 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Columbus during January?
The average wind speed in Columbus during January is 18 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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