Monthly climate guide
Asheville weather in January
January in Asheville is typically cold, with average daytime highs around 7°C (44°F) and night-time lows near -3°C (26°F). The month usually brings about 110 mm of rain (wet) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C cooler than December and 3°C cooler than February.
What stands out in January
- Seasonally, January counts as mid-winter in Asheville.
- Just 160 km apart, but Asheville runs about 4°C cooler than Charlotte this month.
- Nights often drop below freezing (average low -3°C), so expect frost and icy mornings.
January is typically Asheville's coolest month.
Avg high
7°C
44°F
Avg low
-3°C
26°F
Rainfall
110 mm
wet
Humidity
83%
relative
Sky
56%
cloud · often cloudy
Asheville weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C / 44°F | -3°C / 26°F | 110 mm | 83% | 56% |
| February | 10°C / 49°F | -1°C / 30°F | 115 mm | 83% | 61% |
| March | 14°C / 56°F | 2°C / 36°F | 102 mm | 80% | 61% |
| April | 19°C / 66°F | 7°C / 44°F | 139 mm | 79% | 56% |
| May | 23°C / 73°F | 12°C / 54°F | 134 mm | 80% | 56% |
| June | 27°C / 80°F | 16°C / 61°F | 117 mm | 79% | 59% |
| July | 29°C / 84°F | 18°C / 65°F | 144 mm | 77% | 59% |
| August | 28°C / 83°F | 17°C / 63°F | 123 mm | 76% | 58% |
| September | 26°C / 79°F | 15°C / 58°F | 106 mm | 75% | 53% |
| October | 20°C / 68°F | 8°C / 47°F | 120 mm | 76% | 46% |
| November | 13°C / 56°F | 2°C / 35°F | 105 mm | 76% | 49% |
| December | 10°C / 50°F | 0°C / 33°F | 137 mm | 83% | 63% |
What to pack for January
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is January a good time to visit Asheville?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Asheville →Other United States cities in January
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Asheville in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Asheville?
January is cool in Asheville, with highs around 7°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Asheville in January?
Average highs are about 7°C (44°F) and average lows about -3°C (26°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Asheville in January?
Asheville typically gets around 110 mm of rain in January — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Asheville (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.