January weather forecastColumbia, NC
January
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Columbia, North Carolina, is another chilly winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.1°F (1.7°C) and max 48.6°F (9.2°C).Temperature
January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and a low of 35.1°F (1.7°C).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Columbia are January, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall are January, March and November Rain falls for 5.7 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of rain.Snowfall
January and February are months with snowfall. January is the first month it typically snows. Throughout January, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Columbia, during the entire year, snow falls for 2 days and aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Columbia, the average seawater temperature in January is 57°F (13.9°C).Note: Beware when you're in 57°F (13.9°C) waters; 55.4°F (13°C) is chilling and anything below 50°F (10°C) could cause breathing hindrance and a sudden cold shock, given your physical condition.
Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 10h and 3min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 5.6h.UV index
January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Columbia, NC
- Average high temperature in January: 48.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 35.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).
Average pressure in January
Columbia, NC
- Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Columbia, NC
- Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in January
Columbia, NC
- Average humidity in January: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April and November (76%).
Average rainfall in January
Columbia, NC
- Average rainfall in January: 0.47"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and November (0.47").
Average rainfall days in January
Columbia, NC
- Average rainfall days in January: 5.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (5.1 days).
Average snowfall in January
Columbia, NC
- Average snowfall in January: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Columbia, NC
- Average snowfall days in January: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Columbia, NC
- Average sea temperature in January: 57°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (81.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (55.2°F).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Columbia, NC
- Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in January: 5h and 36min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Columbia, NC
- Average sunshine days in January: 23.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Columbia, NC
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Columbia, NC
- Average cloud cover in January: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in January
Columbia, NC
- 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).
