January weather forecastDahlonega, GA
January
Weather in January
Cold, with temperatures bottoming out as low as 31.5°F (-0.3°C), the weather in Dahlonega, Georgia welcomes the New Year on a wet note. A soft blanket of snow, registering at 1.1" (28mm), drapes over the city and is usually accompanied by foggy conditions reducing visibility. January's wintery atmosphere is accentuated by low lying clouds covering approximately 43% of the sky. The colder temperature levels extend to the nights, which may require heavier clothing. Anticipation of warmer months ahead is marked by a slow decline in atmospheric pressure.Temperature
January, marked by an average high-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and a low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C), is the coldest month.Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In Dahlonega, in January, during 12 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.5 rainfall days, and 39.25" (997mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Dahlonega, during January, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 7.1 snowfall days, and 5.51" (140mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 10h and 9min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:36 pm. On the last day of January, in Dahlonega, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:04 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Dahlonega, the average sunshine in January is 5.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during January morphs into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Dahlonega, GA
- Average high temperature in January: 47.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 31.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).
Average pressure in January
Dahlonega, GA
- Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Dahlonega, GA
- Average wind speed in January: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in January
Dahlonega, GA
- Average humidity in January: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).
Average rainfall in January
Dahlonega, GA
- Average rainfall in January: 3.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").
Average rainfall days in January
Dahlonega, GA
- Average rainfall days in January: 12 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in January
Dahlonega, GA
- Average snowfall in January: 1.1"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Dahlonega, GA
- Average snowfall days in January: 2.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Dahlonega, GA
- 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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in January
Dahlonega, GA
- Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).
Average UV index in January
Dahlonega, GA
- 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
Dahlonega, GA
- Average cloud cover in January: 43
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in January
Dahlonega, GA
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September and December (5mi).
