January weather forecast
Zachary, LA

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Weather in January

Opening the year in Zachary, Louisiana, January brings rather mild temperatures, setting the stage for what is to come in the later months. This month is characterized by the presence of substantial cloud cover, which impacts the availability of direct sunlight. Humidity levels tend to be high this month, leading to a damp and slightly chilly atmosphere. Compared to February, the cooler conditions of January make it distinctive. Notably, the average low temperature reaches 41.9°F (5.5°C), and the area experiences light snowfall with 0.2" (5mm) received.

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 58.3°F (14.6°C) and a low of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Zachary, during January, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 175 rainfall days, and 28.74" (730mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall in Zachary are January and December, with an average 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In Zachary, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 26min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Zachary?

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 58.3°F (14.6°C) and a low of 41.9°F (5.5°C), is recognized as the coldest.

What is the usual temperature for Zachary in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Zachary, is 58.3°F (14.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Zachary?

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

How much does it rain in Zachary in January?

In Zachary, Louisiana, in January, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Zachary?

The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated snow.

What is the last month it snows in Zachary?

January is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in January, Zachary aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Zachary have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Zachary?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Zachary have in January?

In Zachary, Louisiana, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Zachary?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Zachary?

In Zachary, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Zachary, LA

Average temperature in January - Zachary, LA
  • Average high temperature in January: 58.3°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 (58.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Zachary, LA

Average pressure in January - Zachary, 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Zachary, LA

Average wind speed in January - Zachary, LA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in January
Zachary, LA

Average humidity in January - Zachary, 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 (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Zachary, LA

Average rainfall in January - Zachary, LA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in January
Zachary, LA

Average rainfall days in January - Zachary, LA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Zachary, LA

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (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
Zachary, LA

Average snowfall days in January - Zachary, LA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Zachary, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Zachary, LA

Average sunshine days in January - Zachary, LA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Zachary, LA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
Zachary, LA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Zachary, LA

Average visibility in January - Zachary, LA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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