January in Asheville is the coldest month of the year. In January, the weather in Asheville is typically cold. Average daily high temperature in January is about 4 degrees above zero. On average, Asheville has 12 rainy, 10 sunny, 8 partly cloudy, and 1 cloudy day in January. The rains are usually moderate. January as well as February, March, and December is considered the most uncomfortable time to visit Asheville.