Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Oklahoma City in January
This is the coldest month in Oklahoma City: highs average 47°F (9°C) and lows 27°F (-3°C), with about 1.3 in (32 mm) of rain or snow.
Its comfort score of 66/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 47°F (9°C)
- Avg low
- 27°F (-3°C)
- Rain or snow
- 1.3 in (32 mm)
- Humidity
- 70%
- Cloud cover
- 48%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 51 min
- Comfort score
- 66/100 · Good
What January feels like
Afternoons only reach about 47°F (9°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 27°F (-3°C), so expect frost and ice.
Expect about 1.3 in (32 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because nights fall well below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Plan around January
January is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are March & April and October & November.
- Snow becomes likely from January, so check road and trail conditions.
- Comfort holds steady from December (67 → 66/100).
- Our Oklahoma Route 66 route recommends Mar – May, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- Insulated jackethighs only 47°F
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 27°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Oklahoma City in January
January is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Picasso Cafe
Paseo Arts District restaurant with a patio and local art on the walls.
Why now January scores 66/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Myriad Botanical Gardens
Downtown gardens around the cylindrical Crystal Bridge conservatory.
Why now Highs near 47°F and 1.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
POPS 66
Route 66 soda stop with a 66-foot neon bottle and hundreds of soda flavors.
Tower Theatre
Restored 1937 movie house with a neon marquee on Route 66's 23rd Street.
Stonecloud Brewing Co.
Film Row taproom pouring well-regarded IPAs and pilsners.
Nearby in January
- Lake Hefner in January~8 mi · highs 47°F, 1.3 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Wichita Mountains in January~84 mi · highs 50°F, 1.2 in rain or snow · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Tulsa in January~98 mi · highs 46°F, 1.8 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Dallas in January~190 mi · highs 55°F, 2.3 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, wetter
These averages also cover Downtown OKC & Bricktown.
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.
Oklahoma City in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Oklahoma City?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 66/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are March & April and October & November. Expect highs of 47°F (9°C) and 1.3 in (32 mm) of rain or snow. Our Oklahoma Route 66 route recommends Mar – May, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Oklahoma City in January?
Average highs are 47°F (9°C) and average lows 27°F (-3°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Oklahoma City in January?
Not much: about 1.3 in (32 mm) of rain or snow falls across January on average, the driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 34.6 in (878 mm).
What should I pack for Oklahoma City in January?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 47°F), hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 27°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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