Typical Run Score
83
Great
Atlanta · January
Running in Atlanta in January
Typical January running conditions in Atlanta — and a live Run Score so you can see how today compares with the norm.
Avg temperature
44°F
Cool
Avg dew point
35°F
Comfortable
Best window
11 AM–10 PM
Local time
Atlanta · today vs the January normTemperature · dew point · wind · timing
How January compares in Atlanta
January ranks 5th of 12 months for running in Atlanta, with a typical daytime Run Score of 83 (Great). For reference, the best month is November (score 90) and the hardest is July (score 48). The kindest window in January is typically 11 AM–10 PM. Precipitation falls in roughly 15% of hours this month. Use the live tool below to see how today actually compares with the January norm.
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Running in Atlanta in January: FAQ
Is it good to run in Atlanta in January?
Yes — it's one of the better months to run here. The typical daytime Run Score is 83 (Great), with temperatures around 44°F (7°C) and comfortable dew points. The best window is usually 11 AM–10 PM.
How hot is it for running in Atlanta in January?
Typical temperatures average 44°F (7°C) (Cool) with dew points near 35°F. Dew point — not the thermometer — usually decides how hard the run feels.
What is a good Run Score?
Scores run 0–100. 97+ is Perfect, 80–96 is Great — conditions are actively working in your favour. 65–79 (Good) is solid. 45–64 (Mixed) means at least one factor — usually heat or dew point — is taxing you. Below 45 (Poor), expect a noticeably harder effort or hold back for safety.
Why does dew point matter more than temperature?
Your body cools by evaporating sweat. When the dew point climbs above roughly 60°F, the air is too saturated for sweat to evaporate efficiently, so heat builds up even if the thermometer looks reasonable. That's why a 70°F muggy morning can feel harder than a dry 80°F afternoon.
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