Ohio (Columbus)
January
Weather in Ohio for January 2026
Your guide to Ohio weather in January - trends and predictions
The climate of Ohio in January is quite snowy, averaging 12 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Ohio 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°
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18 km/h
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74 %
Avg humidity
Ohio Weather January
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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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Temperatures trend during January in Ohio
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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 Ohio 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 Ohio forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Ohio in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Ohio 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 Ohio during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Ohio 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 Ohio in January 2026?
Ohio experiences an average snowfall of 10.485 cm during January, occurring over 12 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Ohio during January?
The average wind speed in Ohio during January is 18 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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