January weather forecast
Carmel, IN

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Weather in January

The start of the year in Carmel, Indiana, brings quite freezing temperatures with typical winter characteristics. January sees the lowest values of sunlight exposure with daylight hours barely reaching 9.7, and sunshine hours only around 3.9. The month also sees some of the highest snowfall rates of the year, with snow on the ground for approximately eight days, reaching a height of 1.22" (31mm). Relative humidity, measuring at 83%, contributes to the characteristic chill of the air. After January, a slight, yet noticeable shift towards more temperate conditions can be observed.

Temperature

In Carmel, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and a low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in Carmel, Indiana.

Rainfall

In January, in Carmel, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128.2 rainfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Carmel, Indiana, are January through April, October through December. In Carmel, in January, during 8 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Carmel, there are 28.1 snowfall days, and 4.88" (124mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Carmel, Indiana, is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of January in Carmel, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Carmel.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Carmel is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Carmel?

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and a low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C), is recognized as the coldest in Carmel, Indiana.

How cold is it in Carmel in January?

In Carmel, in January, the average high-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What is the most humid month in Carmel?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Carmel?

The average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How much does it rain in Carmel in January?

In January, in Carmel, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout January, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Carmel in January?

In January, in Carmel, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout January, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Carmel have in January?

In Carmel, the average day length in January is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Carmel?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Carmel?

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Carmel, Indiana.

How long on average sun shines in January in Carmel?

The average sunshine duration in January in Carmel, Indiana, is 3.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Carmel?

In Carmel, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Carmel, IN

Average temperature in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Carmel, IN

Average pressure in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Carmel, IN

Average wind speed in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Carmel, IN

Average humidity in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Carmel, IN

Average rainfall in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in January
Carmel, IN

Average rainfall days in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Carmel, IN

Average snowfall in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Carmel, IN

Average snowfall days in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Carmel, IN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Carmel, IN

Average sunshine days in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in January
Carmel, IN

Average UV index in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in January
Carmel, IN

Average cloud cover in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in January
Carmel, IN

Average visibility in January - Carmel, IN
  • 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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