January weather forecast
Alexandria, LA

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Weather in January

January weather in Alexandria, Louisiana reveals moderate temperature gradients, with highs reaching 56.1°F (13.4°C) and lows settling at around 40.6°F (4.8°C). It is the second most humid month and the beginning of the year sees quite a bit of cloud cover which can give the skies a rather overcast appearance. The city experiences windy conditions, but nothing too extreme, making outdoor activities brisk yet bearable. Rainfall is almost as prevalent in January as it is during the wettest months, so it is advisable to carry an umbrella. As the coldest season alleviates, February introduces a slight increment in the temperature range.

Temperature

The lowest temperatures in Alexandria, Louisiana, are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 56.1°F (13.4°C) and a low of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In Alexandria, in January, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.9 rainfall days, and 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 0.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 23min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Alexandria, the average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Alexandria?

In Alexandria, January records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 56.1°F (13.4°C) and reaching a low of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

What is the temperature in January in Alexandria?

In January, in Alexandria, the average high-temperature is 56.1°F (13.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Alexandria?

In Alexandria, the average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January in Alexandria?

In Alexandria, during January, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Alexandria?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Alexandria in January?

In Alexandria, in January, snow falls for 0.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

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

In January, the average day length in Alexandria, Louisiana, is 10h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Alexandria?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Alexandria, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Alexandria?

In Alexandria, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Alexandria?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Alexandria?

In Alexandria, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Alexandria, LA

Average temperature in January - Alexandria, LA
  • Average high temperature in January: 56.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 40.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Alexandria, LA

Average pressure in January - Alexandria, LA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Alexandria, LA

Average wind speed in January - Alexandria, LA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Alexandria, LA

Average humidity in January - Alexandria, LA
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in January
Alexandria, LA

Average rainfall in January - Alexandria, LA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in January
Alexandria, LA

Average rainfall days in January - Alexandria, LA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Alexandria, LA

Average snowfall in January - Alexandria, LA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Alexandria, LA

Average snowfall days in January - Alexandria, LA
  • 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 March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Alexandria, LA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Alexandria, LA
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Alexandria, LA

Average sunshine days in January - Alexandria, LA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Alexandria, LA

Average UV index in January - Alexandria, LA
  • 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
Alexandria, LA

Average cloud cover in January - Alexandria, LA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Alexandria, LA

Average visibility in January - Alexandria, LA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April, May, July, August and September (5mi).

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