January weather forecastGretna, LA
January
Weather in January
A typical January in Gretna, Louisiana, carries characteristics of a mild winter. Days are filled with cool, comfortable temperatures and nights come with a chilly breeze. Visibility stands steady at 6 miles, offering smooth commutation and travel for residents and tourists alike. Precipitation levels rise to 0.47" (12mm), one of the lowest throughout the year. This month's peak wind gust speeds reach 14.7mph (23.7km/h), amongst the highest, indicating frequent wind gusts.Temperature
The month of January, characterized by an average high of 60.4°F (15.8°C) and a low of 48.6°F (9.2°C), is recognized as the coldest.Humidity
In Gretna, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.Rainfall
In Gretna, in January, during 5.8 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112.1 rainfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
The only month with snowfall is January. January has the most snowfall days of the year. Snow falls for 0.1 days.Daylight
In Gretna, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 29min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 5.7h.UV index
In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Gretna, LA
- Average high temperature in January: 60.4°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 48.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48.6°F).
Average pressure in January
Gretna, LA
- Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Gretna, LA
- Average wind speed in January: 9.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in January
Gretna, LA
- Average humidity in January: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in January
Gretna, LA
- Average rainfall in January: 0.47"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and April (0.43").
Average rainfall days in January
Gretna, LA
- Average rainfall days in January: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.7 days).
Average snowfall days in January
Gretna, LA
- Average snowfall days in January: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Gretna, LA
- Average daylight in January: 10h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in January: 5h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in January
Gretna, LA
- Average sunshine days in January: 23.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.9 days).
Average UV index in January
Gretna, LA
- Average UV index in January: 4
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in January
Gretna, LA
- Average cloud cover in January: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in January
Gretna, LA
- 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).
