January weather forecastGadsden, AL
January
Weather in January
Serving as the opening act of Gadsden's annual weather performance, January graces the stage with a relatively chilly scene. A significant drop in temperatures occurs in the city, contrasting to December's milder conditions. With temperatures dipping to as low as 34.3°F (1.3°C) and being as high as 49.6°F (9.8°C), residents would be well-advised to keep their warm accessories handy. The city then braces itself for the year's first showers, although these are not quite as heavy as later months would bring. January, colder and rainier than following February, officially begins the meteorological calendar in Gadsden.Temperature
January stands out as Gadsden's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and a low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 75%.Rainfall
In Gadsden, in January, during 11.8 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 175.9 rainfall days, and 39.41" (1001mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Gadsden, in January, snow falls for 0.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.2 snowfall days, and 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 10h and 11min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of January, in Gadsden, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 5.1h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Gadsden, AL
- Average high temperature in January: 49.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 34.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).
Average pressure in January
Gadsden, AL
- Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Gadsden, 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 month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in January
Gadsden, AL
- Average humidity in January: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in January
Gadsden, AL
- Average rainfall in January: 3.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.4").
Average rainfall days in January
Gadsden, AL
- Average rainfall days in January: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in January
Gadsden, AL
- Average snowfall in January: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Gadsden, AL
- Average snowfall days in January: 0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Gadsden, AL
- Average daylight in January: 10h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in January: 5h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in January
Gadsden, AL
- Average sunshine days in January: 17.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Gadsden, AL
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Gadsden, AL
- Average cloud cover in January: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in January
Gadsden, 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).
