January weather forecast
Gadsden, AL

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A magnificent dusk shot of the famous Broad Street Bridge in Gadsden, Alabama
A magnificent dusk shot of the famous Broad Street Bridge in Gadsden, Alabama

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

In Gadsden, Alabama, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and a low of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

In Gadsden, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In Gadsden, Alabama, in January, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gadsden, Alabama, there are 175.9 rainfall days, and 39.41" (1001mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gadsden are January through March, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout January, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated. In Gadsden, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.2 days and aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Gadsden is 10h and 11min.
On the first day of January in Gadsden, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Gadsden, the average sunshine in January 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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Gadsden?

In Gadsden, Alabama, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and a low of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the temperature in January in Gadsden?

January temperatures in Gadsden vary between a high-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and a low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Gadsden?

In Gadsden, Alabama, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

How many days does it rain in January in Gadsden?

In Gadsden, during January, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Gadsden in January?

In Gadsden, Alabama, in January, during 0.9 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Gadsden?

The average day length in January in Gadsden, Alabama, is 10h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Gadsden?

On the first day of January in Gadsden, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Gadsden?

The average sunshine duration in January in Gadsden, Alabama, is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gadsden?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January in Gadsden?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Gadsden, Alabama, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Gadsden, AL

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).

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Average pressure in January
Gadsden, AL

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).

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Average wind speed in January
Gadsden, AL

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).

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Average humidity in January
Gadsden, AL

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%).

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Average rainfall in January
Gadsden, AL

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").

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Average rainfall days in January
Gadsden, AL

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).

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Average snowfall in January
Gadsden, AL

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").

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Average snowfall days in January
Gadsden, AL

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).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Gadsden, AL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gadsden, AL
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in January
Gadsden, AL

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).

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Average UV index in January
Gadsden, AL

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).

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Average cloud cover in January
Gadsden, AL

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).

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Average visibility in January
Gadsden, AL

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).

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