January weather forecastDrake, NC
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is another chilly winter month in Drake, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 47.7°F (8.7°C).Temperature
January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).Humidity
January, March, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Drake.Rainfall
In Drake, North Carolina, in January, during 9.6 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Drake, there are 160.1 rainfall days, and 33.11" (841mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 1.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 10h and 2min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of January, in Drake, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 5.5h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Drake, NC
- Average high temperature in January: 47.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 32.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).
Average pressure in January
Drake, NC
- Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Drake, NC
- Average wind speed in January: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in January
Drake, NC
- Average humidity in January: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).
Average rainfall in January
Drake, NC
- Average rainfall in January: 2.32"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").
Average rainfall days in January
Drake, NC
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in January
Drake, NC
- Average snowfall in January: 1.54"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Drake, NC
- Average snowfall days in January: 1.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Drake, 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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Drake, NC
- Average sunshine days in January: 19.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Drake, NC
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Drake, NC
- Average cloud cover in January: 40
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in January
Drake, 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).





