January weather forecast
Grandfather, NC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a wintry winter month in Grandfather, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 38.8°F (3.8°C) at the peak and 24.3°F (-4.3°C) at the low.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

Rainfall

In January, in Grandfather, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout January, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Grandfather, there are 178.4 rainfall days, and 25.39" (645mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Grandfather are January through May, October through December. In Grandfather, in January, snow falls for 12.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.57" (116mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.4 snowfall days, and 22.01" (559mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Grandfather, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of January, in Grandfather, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Grandfather.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Grandfather. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Grandfather?

January, known for its average high temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C), is the coldest month in Grandfather.

How cold does it get in Grandfather in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Grandfather, is 38.8°F (3.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Grandfather?

The average relative humidity in January in Grandfather is 79%.

How much does it rain in Grandfather in January?

In January, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout January, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Grandfather in January?

In January, in Grandfather, North Carolina, it is snowing for 12.3 days. Throughout January, 4.57" (116mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Grandfather have in January?

The average day length in January in Grandfather, North Carolina, is 10h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Grandfather?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Grandfather, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Grandfather?

The month with the least sunshine in Grandfather is January, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Grandfather?

In Grandfather, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Grandfather?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Grandfather, North Carolina.

How high is the UV index in January in Grandfather?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Grandfather, NC

Average temperature in January - Grandfather, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in January
Grandfather, NC

Average pressure in January - Grandfather, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Grandfather, NC

Average wind speed in January - Grandfather, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Grandfather, NC

Average humidity in January - Grandfather, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May, September and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in January
Grandfather, NC

Average rainfall in January - Grandfather, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in January
Grandfather, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Grandfather, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Grandfather, NC

Average snowfall in January - Grandfather, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Grandfather, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Grandfather, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Grandfather, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Grandfather, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Grandfather, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Grandfather, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Grandfather, NC

Average UV index in January - Grandfather, NC
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Grandfather, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Grandfather, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in January
Grandfather, NC

Average visibility in January - Grandfather, NC
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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