January weather forecastGoldsboro, NC
January
Weather in January
The year begins in Goldsboro with weather conditions that reflect typical of a mild winter experienced in North Carolina, such as relatively chilly conditions, periodic rainfall, and moderate humidity. The city experiences its coolest average high and low temperatures of the year, coming in at just 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C) respectively. When the skies are clear, it is not unusual to experience about 5.5 hours of sunshine daily. The combination of occasional rainfall and an average wind speed of 7.9mph (12.7km/h) can often make for a bit of a nippy outdoor experience. Snowfall is a rare occurrence, but it is not completely unheard of during these distinctively winter days.Temperature
Goldsboro witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and a low of 34.5°F (1.4°C).Humidity
January is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.Rainfall
January is the month with the least rainfall in Goldsboro. Rain falls for 10.7 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Goldsboro are January through March and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1 days and accumulates 0.79" (20mm) of snow.Daylight
In Goldsboro, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 5min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Goldsboro.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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in January translates into this advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Goldsboro, NC
- Average high temperature in January: 49.6°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 (49.6°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 34.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.5°F).
Average pressure in January
Goldsboro, 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
Goldsboro, NC
- Average wind speed in January: 7.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in January
Goldsboro, NC
- Average humidity in January: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).
Average rainfall in January
Goldsboro, NC
- Average rainfall in January: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").
Average rainfall days in January
Goldsboro, NC
- Average rainfall days in January: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in January
Goldsboro, NC
- Average snowfall in January: 0.79"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Goldsboro, NC
- Average snowfall days in January: 1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 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
Goldsboro, NC
- Average daylight in January: 10h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in January: 5h and 30min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in January
Goldsboro, NC
- Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).
Average UV index in January
Goldsboro, NC
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Goldsboro, NC
- Average cloud cover in January: 39
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in January
Goldsboro, 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).
