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

In Opelika, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and a low of 37.4°F (3°C).

Humidity

In Opelika, 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. Throughout the year, there are 173.9 rainfall days, and 37.64" (956mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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. In Opelika, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.9 days and aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine 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 reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in January transforms into this advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

In Opelika, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and a low of 37.4°F (3°C).

What are January temperatures?

In January, in Opelika, the average high-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.4°F (3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Opelika, Alabama, in January, during 11.8 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Opelika, Alabama, during January, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, 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?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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).

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).

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).

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%).

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").

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).

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").

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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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