January weather forecastAlabaster, AL
January
Weather in January
January in Alabaster, Alabama, begins the year with chilly temperatures, often experiencing relatively high levels of cloud cover. Highs from 51.4°F (10.8°C) underscore the brisk weather in the city. Although not the coldest month, it marks a distinct shift from the comparatively milder climate in December. The month also witnesses the first snowfall of the year, contributing to the characteristically wintry ambiance. However, it notches a relative amount of daylight hours, giving residents ample time to engage in outdoor activities despite the cooler conditions.Temperature
January is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 51.4°F (10.8°C) to a low of 36.3°F (2.4°C).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Alabaster, during January, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.8 rainfall days, and 23.11" (587mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January, February and December. In Alabaster, during January, snow falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.6 snowfall days, and 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 15min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Alabaster, Alabama, the average sunshine in January is 5.3h.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In January, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Alabaster, AL
- Average high temperature in January: 51.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 36.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.3°F).
Average pressure in January
Alabaster, AL
- Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Alabaster, AL
- Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in January
Alabaster, AL
- Average humidity in January: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in January
Alabaster, AL
- Average rainfall in January: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.52").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (1.26").
Average rainfall days in January
Alabaster, AL
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).
Average snowfall in January
Alabaster, AL
- Average snowfall in January: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Alabaster, AL
- Average snowfall days in January: 1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Alabaster, AL
- Average daylight in January: 10h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 5h and 18min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in January
Alabaster, AL
- Average sunshine days in January: 20.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).
Average UV index in January
Alabaster, AL
- Average UV index in January: 3
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in January
Alabaster, AL
- Average cloud cover in January: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in January
Alabaster, AL
- Average visibility in January: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
