Wisconsin (Madison)
January
Weather in Wisconsin for January 2026
Your guide to Wisconsin weather in January - trends and predictions
The climate of Wisconsin in January is quite snowy, averaging 14 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Wisconsin at the beginning of January is 0.4 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of -0.7 °F by the end of January.
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13
Dry days
4
Rainy days
14
Snow days
-1°/-7°
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19 km/h
Avg max wind
87 %
Avg humidity
Wisconsin Weather January
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| Sun. | Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  2° | 2 2° | 3  2° | ||||
| 4  -0° | 5 -1° | 6 -1° | 7 -1° | 8  -2° | 9 1° | 10 1° |
| 11 1° | 12  0° | 13  -4° | 14 -6° | 15 -5° | 16 -3° | 17 -2° |
| 18 -3° | 19 -8° | 20 -9° | 21 -7° | 22 -2° | 23 -2° | 24 -1° |
| 25  0° | 26 -0° | 27 0° | 28 -2° | 29 -2° | 30 -1° | 31 0° |
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Temperatures trend during January in Wisconsin
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January weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan. 1 | Overcast | 2° /-3° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 2 | Overcast | 2° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 2° /-4° | 3.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 4 | Patchy rain possible | 0° /-6° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Overcast | -1° /-6° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 6 | Overcast | -1° /-5° | 0.2 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 7 | Overcast | -1° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 8 | Sunny | -2° /-6° | 0.2 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Jan. 9 | Overcast | 1° /-6° | 6.2 mm | 2.5 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Overcast | 1° /-5° | 0.7 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Jan. 11 | Overcast | 1° /-6° | 0.5 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Light freezing rain | 0° /-4° | 7.8 mm | 1 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Cloudy | -4° /-11° | 1.7 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Sunny | -6° /-14° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Overcast | -5° /-14° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Cloudy | -3° /-11° | 3.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Patchy rain possible | -2° /-9° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 18 | Light freezing rain | -3° /-12° | 1.4 mm | 1 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Light freezing rain | -8° /-13° | 2.9 mm | 2 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Light freezing rain | -9° /-16° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Overcast | -7° /-17° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Light freezing rain | -2° /-10° | 0.7 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Overcast | -2° /-7° | 4.2 mm | 2.3 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Overcast | -1° /-8° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Patchy moderate snow | 0° /-4° | 3.7 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Light freezing rain | 0° /-7° | 3.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Light freezing rain | 0° /-7° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Patchy moderate snow | -2° /-7° | 2.1 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Light freezing rain | -2° /-8° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Overcast | -1° /-8° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Jan. 31 | Cloudy | 0° /-10° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Wisconsin in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Wisconsin during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding -1° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Wisconsin during January?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Wisconsin during January, with a total of 70.7 mm spread over approximately 4 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Wisconsin in January 2026?
Wisconsin experiences an average snowfall of 17.655 cm during January, occurring over 14 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Wisconsin during January?
The average wind speed in Wisconsin during January is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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