Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Savannah in January
This is the coldest month in Savannah: highs average 59°F (15°C) and lows 41°F (5°C), with about 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain.
It scores 80/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 59°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 41°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (62 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 52%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 07 min
- Comfort score
- 80/100 · Great
What January feels like
Days are mild at around 59°F (15°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Lows average 41°F (5°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.4 in (62 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around January
January is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (February – April and October & November).
- Comfort slips from 84/100 in December to 80/100.
- Our Charleston & Savannah route recommends Mar – May, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 41°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Savannah in January
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Forsyth Park
30-acre park with the famous white fountain under Spanish moss.
Why now January scores 80/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
River Street
Cobblestone riverfront of old cotton warehouses and passing container ships.
Why now Highs near 59°F and 2.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Wormsloe State Historic Site
Mile-long avenue of 400 live oaks leading to colonial tabby ruins.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Bonaventure Cemetery
Riverside cemetery of moss-draped oaks and Victorian statuary.
Service Brewing Co.
Veteran-owned brewery west of downtown with a dog-friendly taproom and rotating small-batch beers.
Nearby in January
- Beaufort in January~35 mi · highs 57°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Charleston in January~83 mi · highs 57°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Amelia Island in January~100 mi · highs 62°F, 2.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Jacksonville Beach in January~125 mi · highs 62°F, 2.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
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.
Savannah in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Savannah?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 80/100 against a best of 94 in February – April and October & November. Expect highs of 59°F (15°C) and 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain. Our Charleston & Savannah route recommends Mar – May, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Savannah in January?
Average highs are 59°F (15°C) and average lows 41°F (5°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Savannah in January?
Some: about 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 45.3 in (1151 mm).
What should I pack for Savannah in January?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 41°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.4 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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Planning Savannah in January?
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