What to Wear in Washington DC in January
Cold, cherry trees dormant, museums uncrowded. Expect -1°–6°C with 9 rainy days on average.
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High
6°C
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Low
-1°C
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Rain days
9
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Feel
Very Cold
Typical outfit
~3°C average
About January in Washington DC
January in Washington DC typically brings cold, cherry trees dormant, museums uncrowded. With averages of -1°–6°C, the conditions call for serious cold weather gear needed. every exposed inch of skin will feel it.
Avoid sweating — it makes you colder. Remove mid-layers when active, add them back when resting.
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