January weather forecast
Meridian, MS

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Weather in January

Meridian, Mississippi ushers in the year with January bearing cooler temperatures, especially in comparison to the upcoming spring months. During this period, the city experiences an increased level of humidity contributing to the overall coolness. January weather is often synonymous with cloudy skies. While snowfall in January in Meridian is rare, it occasionally sees 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated snow. Despite the cooler weather and shorter daylight hours, the beginning of the year is a quaint period of respite before the influx of the warmer season.

Temperature

Temperature records in Meridian mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 54.5°F (12.5°C) and lows at 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

In Meridian, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout January, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.9 rainfall days, and 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Meridian are January, February, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout January, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated. In Meridian, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.6 days and aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Meridian, Mississippi, is 10h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:26 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Meridian, Mississippi, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Meridian?

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and a low of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What are the temperatures in Meridian in January?

In January, in Meridian, the average high-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Meridian?

The average relative humidity in January in Meridian, Mississippi, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January in Meridian?

In January, in Meridian, Mississippi, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout January, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Meridian?

In January, in Meridian, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout January, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length in Meridian, Mississippi, is 10h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Meridian?

On the first day of January in Meridian, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:26 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Meridian have in January?

In Meridian, Mississippi, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Meridian?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Meridian is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Meridian, MS

Average temperature in January - Meridian, MS
  • Average high temperature in January: 54.5°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 (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 37.9°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).

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Average pressure in January
Meridian, MS

Average pressure in January - Meridian, MS
  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Meridian, MS

Average wind speed in January - Meridian, MS
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Meridian, MS

Average humidity in January - Meridian, MS
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in January
Meridian, MS

Average rainfall in January - Meridian, MS
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in January
Meridian, MS

Average rainfall days in January - Meridian, MS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Meridian, MS

Average snowfall in January - Meridian, MS
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Meridian, MS

Average snowfall days in January - Meridian, MS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Meridian, MS

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Meridian, MS
  • 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Meridian, MS

Average sunshine days in January - Meridian, MS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.2 days).

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Average UV index in January
Meridian, MS

Average UV index in January - Meridian, MS
  • 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
Meridian, MS

Average cloud cover in January - Meridian, MS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Meridian, MS

Average visibility in January - Meridian, MS
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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