January weather forecast
Hammond, LA

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Weather in January

Unlike the bitterly cold condition experienced in many parts of the United States, Hammond in January presents a rather mild winter environment. The weather typically features cool air, foggy mornings, light rain, and low cloud cover. Low temperatures plunge to 42.8°F (6°C) but can rise up to a high of 58.6°F (14.8°C). The number of days with snowfall can be counted on one hand, evidencing the mild winter condition. January stands as the harbinger of the new year, setting the tune for what to expect in the coming months.

Temperature

January is the coldest month in Hammond, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 58.6°F (14.8°C) and an average low of 42.8°F (6°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Hammond is 78%.

Rainfall

In Hammond, in January, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hammond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.3 days and collects up to 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall in Hammond. The month with the most snowfall in Hammond is January, when snow falls for 0.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 26min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Hammond is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hammond, Louisiana, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during January leads to these advisories:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Hammond?

January, having an average high-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C), is the coldest month.

What is the usual temperature for Hammond in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 42.8°F (6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Hammond?

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How many days does it rain in January in Hammond?

In Hammond, Louisiana, in January, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Hammond?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Hammond. Snow falls for 0.2 days and accumulates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows in Hammond?

January is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in January, Hammond aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in January is 10h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Hammond?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hammond, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:36 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Hammond?

In Hammond, Louisiana, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Hammond?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Hammond, LA

Average temperature in January - Hammond, LA
  • Average high temperature in January: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.8°F).

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Average pressure in January
Hammond, LA

Average pressure in January - Hammond, LA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Hammond, LA

Average wind speed in January - Hammond, LA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Hammond, LA

Average humidity in January - Hammond, LA
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Hammond, LA

Average rainfall in January - Hammond, LA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in January
Hammond, LA

Average rainfall days in January - Hammond, LA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Hammond, LA

Average snowfall in January - Hammond, LA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Hammond, LA

Average snowfall days in January - Hammond, LA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Hammond, LA

Average sunshine days in January - Hammond, LA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Hammond, LA

Average UV index in January - Hammond, LA
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Hammond, LA

Average cloud cover in January - Hammond, LA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in January
Hammond, LA

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

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

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