Typical Weather in Columbus, OH in January
37° F Avg High
21° F Avg Low
7 Rainy Days
☀️ Temperature Summary
In Columbus, January stands out as one of the cooler months, featuring average high temperatures near 37°F. You'll want to pack a jacket if you're planning to visit this time of year. Overnight lows can reach 21°F. This is the coldest month of the year in Columbus.
You may want to consider a warmer month to visit Columbus, unless you're ready to brave the cold. If you're looking to travel when it's warmer, you might consider visiting in December instead, when daily highs are typically closer to 44°.
High Temps Throughout the Year
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☔ Rain Summary
In January you can expect close to a 22% chance of rain for any given day. It rains less than usual in January, with total rainfall for the month typically near 3 inches.
Rainfall Throughout the Year
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