January weather forecastBenton, AR
January
Weather in January
Benton, Arkansas ushers in the New Year with the chill of winter, offering a breath of fresh, cold air. January experiences lower temperatures, with a noticeable difference from those in December, which is expected for this time of year. Showing slight traces of snowfall, January sees 0.63" (16mm) of snow accompanied by a little over one and a half day of snowing. As the city goes further into winter, January’s days are shorter, but filled with more cloudy days than the last month. While outdoor activities might be limited, the weather makes for a cozy stay indoors.Temperature
The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 49.3°F (9.6°C) and a low of 33.6°F (0.9°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 75%.Rainfall
In Benton, in January, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Benton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.9 days and collects up to 35" (889mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. In January, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 4.1 snowfall days, and 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 10h and 9min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 5.2h.UV index
In Benton, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Benton, AR
- Average high temperature in January: 49.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.3°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 33.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.6°F).
Average pressure in January
Benton, AR
- 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 (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Benton, AR
- Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in January
Benton, AR
- Average humidity in January: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in January
Benton, AR
- Average rainfall in January: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in January
Benton, AR
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in January
Benton, AR
- Average snowfall in January: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Benton, AR
- Average snowfall days in January: 1.6 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.6 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
Benton, AR
- 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in January
Benton, AR
- Average sunshine days in January: 19 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Benton, AR
- Average UV index in January: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Benton, AR
- Average cloud cover in January: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in January
Benton, AR
- 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).
