Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Bainbridge Island in January
Little changes in Bainbridge Island from December: highs stay near 46°F (8°C), lows near 36°F (2°C), and about 6.9 in (174 mm) of rain falls.
With a comfort score of 36/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cloud cover.
- Avg high
- 46°F (8°C)
- Avg low
- 36°F (2°C)
- Rain
- 6.9 in (174 mm)
- Humidity
- 90%
- Cloud cover
- 80%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 38 min
- Comfort score
- 36/100 · Tough
What January feels like
Cool days top out near 46°F (8°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Lows average 36°F (2°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 6.9 in (174 mm) across the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 80%.
Only about 8 h 38 min of daylight means early sunsets.
Plan around January
January is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are June – September.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, November – January.
- Comfort holds steady from December (34 → 36/100).
- Our Puget Sound Islands route recommends May – Sep, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- Insulated jackethighs only 46°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Bainbridge Island in January
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Blackbird Bakery
Winslow bakery and coffee shop since 1999.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 6.9 in of rain.
Bainbridge Island Museum of Art
Free museum of Puget Sound contemporary art steps from the ferry.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 6.9 in of rain.
Harbour Public House
Pub on Eagle Harbor marina with local seafood and beer.
Why now Easy to slot in when January's rain moves in.
Eleven Winery Tasting Room
Winslow tasting room of a Bainbridge winery founded in 2004.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter January days.
Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial
Memorial at the dock where 227 Japanese American residents were forced out in 1942.
Nearby in January
- Seattle in January~9 mi · highs 46°F, 6.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Olympic NP in January~52 mi · highs 32°F, 11.3 in rain or snow · 8°C (14°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Snoqualmie Pass in January~54 mi · highs 34°F, 10.2 in rain or snow · 7°C (12°F) cooler by day, wetter
- San Juan Island in January~67 mi · highs 45°F, 5.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Bainbridge Island in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Bainbridge Island?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 36/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are June – September. Expect highs of 46°F (8°C) and 6.9 in (174 mm) of rain. Our Puget Sound Islands route recommends May – Sep, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Bainbridge Island in January?
Average highs are 46°F (8°C) and average lows 36°F (2°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bainbridge Island in January?
Yes: about 6.9 in (174 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 48.4 in (1230 mm).
What should I pack for Bainbridge Island in January?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 46°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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