January weather forecastDurham, NC
January
Weather in January
The new year brings chilly weather in Durham, North Carolina, varying from a high of 47.7°F (8.7°C) and a low of 32.2°F (0.1°C). The region's climate is often overcast, with a cloud-covered sky approximately 41% of the time, resulting in roughly six sunlight hours daily and 19.4 sunny days in January. Days are short, with approximately ten daylight hours, and the average wind speed is about 6.6mph (10.6km/h). Snowfall is somewhat common at this time, as opposed to the latter months when it is virtually non-existent.Temperature
January, with an average high of 47.7°F (8.7°C) and a low of 32.2°F (0.1°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 74%.Rainfall
In January, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Durham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.7 days and collects up to 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 1.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.Daylight
In Durham, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 2min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Durham, North Carolina, the average sunshine in January is 5.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Durham, NC
- Average high temperature in January: 47.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 32.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).
Average pressure in January
Durham, NC
- Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Durham, NC
- Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in January
Durham, NC
- Average humidity in January: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in January
Durham, NC
- Average rainfall in January: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").
Average rainfall days in January
Durham, NC
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.7 days).
Average snowfall in January
Durham, NC
- Average snowfall in January: 1.93"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Durham, NC
- Average snowfall days in January: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Durham, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Durham, NC
- Average sunshine days in January: 19.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).
Average UV index in January
Durham, NC
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Durham, NC
- Average cloud cover in January: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in January
Durham, 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).
