January weather forecast
Augusta, GA

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The stunning city of Augusta, Georgia, three bridges and road veins, under the colorful sunset sky
The stunning city of Augusta, Georgia, three bridges and road veins, under the colorful sunset sky

Weather in January

January in Augusta brings about a fresh start to the year, characterized by cooler temperatures, increased humidity, and fewer sunlight hours. Compared to December, January sees a slight uptick in both temperature and rainfall. The month records an average high and low temperature of 54°F (12.2°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C) respectively. Visitors can experience about 10.2 hours of daylight and 5.6 hours of sunshine, making it an opportune time for those who prefer mild and cooler weather conditions. Although it commences the year on a colder note, January's weather in Augusta acts as a precursor to a relatively warmer February.

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 54°F (12.2°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C) respectively, January is Augusta's coldest month.

Humidity

In Augusta, the average relative humidity in January is 70%.

Rainfall

In Augusta, in January, during 11 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.8 rainfall days, and 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall in Augusta. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of January, in Augusta, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in January leads to these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Augusta?

In Augusta, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 54°F (12.2°C) and a low of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

What are the temperatures in Augusta in January?

During January, Augusta experiences an average high-temperature of 54°F (12.2°C) and a low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Augusta?

In Augusta, the average relative humidity in January is 70%.

How much does it rain in Augusta in January?

In Augusta, Georgia, during January, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Augusta?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Augusta, Georgia. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Augusta?

In Augusta, during January, snow falls for 0.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Augusta?

The average day length in January in Augusta, Georgia, is 10h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Augusta?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Augusta have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Augusta, Georgia, is 5.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Augusta?

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

Average temperature in January - Augusta, GA
  • Average high temperature in January: 54°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Augusta, GA

Average pressure in January - Augusta, GA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Augusta, GA

Average wind speed in January - Augusta, GA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Augusta, GA

Average humidity in January - Augusta, GA
  • Average humidity in January: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (67%).

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Average rainfall in January
Augusta, GA

Average rainfall in January - Augusta, GA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.2"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in January
Augusta, GA

Average rainfall days in January - Augusta, GA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Augusta, GA

Average snowfall in January - Augusta, GA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
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
Augusta, GA

Average snowfall days in January - Augusta, GA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 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
Augusta, GA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Augusta, GA
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Augusta, GA

Average sunshine days in January - Augusta, GA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in January
Augusta, GA

Average UV index in January - Augusta, GA
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Augusta, GA

Average cloud cover in January - Augusta, GA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in January
Augusta, GA

Average visibility in January - Augusta, GA
  • 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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