January weather forecast
Opelika, AL

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Weather in January

Opelika, Alabama welcomes January with a chill. A distinct feature of the month is the lowest daylight exposure, limited to 10.3 hours. Cold temperatures and sporadic showers keep most outdoor activities at bay. The fresh year begins with less sunny days and a moderate UV index, demanding warmer clothing whenever stepping out. The month experiences a high average of 37.4°F (3°C) and a low average temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C), complementing the overall cool weather.

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and a minimum temperature of 37.4°F (3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

In Opelika, in January, during 11.8 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Opelika, Alabama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.9 days and collects up to 37.64" (956mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. In Opelika, in January, during 0.8 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 1.9 snowfall days, and 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 17min.
On the first day of January in Opelika, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Opelika, the average sunshine in January is 5.5h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Opelika?

January is the coldest month of the year in Opelika, registering average temperatures as high as 54.1°F (12.3°C) and as low as 37.4°F (3°C).

What is the average January temperature in Opelika?

January temperatures in Opelika vary between a high-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and a low-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Opelika?

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

How much does it rain in Opelika in January?

In January, in Opelika, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout January, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Opelika?

In Opelika, Alabama, in January, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Opelika have in January?

In Opelika, Alabama, the average day length in January is 10h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Opelika?

On the first day of January in Opelika, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Opelika have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Opelika is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Opelika?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Opelika, Alabama.

How high is the UV index in January in Opelika?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Opelika, Alabama, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Opelika, AL

Average temperature in January - Opelika, AL
  • Average high temperature in January: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 37.4°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Opelika, AL

Average pressure in January - Opelika, AL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Opelika, AL

Average wind speed in January - Opelika, AL
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Opelika, AL

Average humidity in January - Opelika, AL
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Opelika, AL

Average rainfall in January - Opelika, AL
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.07"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in January
Opelika, AL

Average rainfall days in January - Opelika, AL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Opelika, AL

Average snowfall in January - Opelika, AL
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Opelika, AL

Average snowfall days in January - Opelika, AL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Opelika, AL
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Opelika, AL

Average sunshine days in January - Opelika, AL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
Opelika, AL

Average UV index in January - Opelika, AL
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in January
Opelika, AL

Average cloud cover in January - Opelika, AL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Opelika, AL

Average visibility in January - Opelika, 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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