Houston · January
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 62°F, low 45°F. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
62° / 45°F
Humidity
73%
Rain days
13/mo
Wind
13 mph
What January feels like in Houston
Sunrise
08:16
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:45
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Houston in January
The kit for January in Houston: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
January vs the surrounding months
vs December
-4° avg high
-2 rain days
Houston in December →
January
62°F avg high
13 rain days
Best: morning
vs February
-4° avg high
-2 rain days
Houston in February →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Houston in January?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Houston in January?+
Average high 62°F, average low 45°F.
How does January compare to surrounding months in Houston?+
Compared to December (avg high 66°F), January is cooler. Compared to February (avg high 66°F), January is cooler.
Does it rain often in Houston in January?+
Expect about 13 measurable rain days in January, on average.