Baltimore weather in January
January in Baltimore averages 43°F by day and 25°F at night, with 3.1 inches of precipitation and 6.4 inches of snow. It is the 12th-warmest and 11th-wettest month of the year here.
- Average high
- 43°F-4° vs December
- Average low
- 25°F24 nights below freezing
- Precipitation
- 3.1 in6 days with 0.1 in. or more
- Snow
- 6.4 in0 days at 90°F+
Is January a good time to visit Baltimore?
January is cold, with highs around 43°F. The most comfortable months overall are April to June and September to October.
What to do in Baltimore in January
Mix it up: Walters Art Museum, Baltimore Museum of Art, Fort McHenry, The Maryland Zoo. All things to do in Baltimore.
On January 15 the sun rises at 7:24 am and sets at 5:07 pm, giving 9h 43m of daylight. Daylight all year.
What to pack for Baltimore in January
- A winter coat, hat, gloves and warm layers
- Expect nights below freezing
- Waterproof boots for snow
Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.
January nearby
| City | Distance | High | Low | Precip. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | 43°F | 25°F | 3.1 in | |
| Columbia, MD | 14 mi | 43°F | 25°F | 3.1 in |
| Annapolis, MD | 22 mi | 43°F | 25°F | 3.1 in |
| Silver Spring, MD | 30 mi | 45°F | 30°F | 2.9 in |
| Bethesda, MD | 33 mi | 45°F | 30°F | 2.9 in |
| Washington, DC | 34 mi | 45°F | 30°F | 2.9 in |
| Arlington, VA | 39 mi | 45°F | 30°F | 2.9 in |
Warmer places in January
Big cities with comfortable January highs between 68°F and 86°F:
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Baltimore in January?
In January, Baltimore averages a high of 43°F and a low of 25°F, with 3.1 inches of precipitation and 6.4 inches of snow (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).
Is January a good time to visit Baltimore?
January is cool to cold in Baltimore, with average highs of 43°F. Pack warm layers.
Does it snow in Baltimore in January?
Yes. January averages 6.4 inches of snow.
Before and after: Baltimore in December and Baltimore in February. All twelve months: Baltimore weather by month.
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Baltimore Wash Intl. Airport, MD, 9 miles from the city center.