January weather forecastLittle Rock, AR
January
Weather in January
Little Rock, Arkansas, greets the new year with consistently cold temperatures. As it prides itself as being one of the coldest months, the temperature can drop to as low as 34.2°F (1.2°C), while barely crossing the 48.7°F (9.3°C) mark at its highest. Hidden under the clouds for about 40% of the time, the city enjoys relatively scarce sunlight during this period. The weather during this time is often coupled with moderate rainfall amounts that contribute to the cold feeling. Certainly a chillier phase compared to the forthcoming months.Temperature
Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 48.7°F (9.3°C) and a minimum average of 34.2°F (1.2°C).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 8.1 days and typically collects 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. In Little Rock, during January, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.5 snowfall days, and 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 8min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 5.4h.UV index
January, February, November 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Little Rock, AR
- Average high temperature in January: 48.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 34.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).
Average pressure in January
Little Rock, 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
Little Rock, AR
- Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in January
Little Rock, AR
- Average humidity in January: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in January
Little Rock, AR
- Average rainfall in January: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").
Average rainfall days in January
Little Rock, AR
- Average rainfall days in January: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in January
Little Rock, AR
- Average snowfall in January: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Little Rock, AR
- Average snowfall days in January: 1.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
Little Rock, AR
- Average daylight in January: 10h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in January: 5h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in January
Little Rock, AR
- Average sunshine days in January: 20.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Little Rock, AR
- 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, February, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in January
Little Rock, AR
- Average cloud cover in January: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in January
Little Rock, 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).
