January weather forecastFayetteville, AR
January
Weather in January
January marks the start of the year in Fayetteville, Arkansas, with snowfall that measures up to 1.1" (28mm) combined with the coldest low average temperatures. Transitioning from the crispness of the preceding month, it holds the essence of winter in its chilly air. Days are often overcast, and the city experiences a moderate amount of humidity giving the weather a damp cold quality. The daylight hours are at their annual minimum, contributing to the generally gloomy conditions prevalent during this month. Although it can feel brisk, this chilly month holds a certain charm in Fayetteville.Temperature
The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).Humidity
In Fayetteville, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.Rainfall
In Fayetteville, in January, during 9 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fayetteville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.4 days and collects up to 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Fayetteville, in January, during 2.8 snowfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.8 snowfall days, and 5.35" (136mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Fayetteville, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 2min.On the first day of January in Fayetteville, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.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 ordinary individuals.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Fayetteville, AR
- Average high temperature in January: 44.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 28.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).
Average pressure in January
Fayetteville, 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Fayetteville, AR
- Average wind speed in January: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).
Average humidity in January
Fayetteville, AR
- Average humidity in January: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in January
Fayetteville, AR
- Average rainfall in January: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.85").
Average rainfall days in January
Fayetteville, AR
- Average rainfall days in January: 9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).
Average snowfall in January
Fayetteville, AR
- Average snowfall in January: 1.1"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Fayetteville, AR
- Average snowfall days in January: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Fayetteville, AR
- Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in January: 5h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in January
Fayetteville, AR
- Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).
Average UV index in January
Fayetteville, AR
- 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
Fayetteville, AR
- Average cloud cover in January: 40
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in January
Fayetteville, 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).
