January weather forecastGreensboro, NC
January
Weather in January
January ushers in the new year with its frigid temperatures hovering from 30.7°F (-0.7°C) to 46.4°F (8°C). This characteristic winter weather of Greensboro paves the way for occasional snowfall, with an average of 2.05in. Compared to December, January experiences a slight decrease in daylight hours but compensates with a higher UV index to maintain a balance. Snowflakes seize the city as gusts of winds roll through the wooden corridors of the southern town. It is a herald to the series of successive transitions in weather patterns that are about to follow.Temperature
January is the coldest month in Greensboro, exhibiting average temperatures of 46.4°F (8°C) at the peak and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) at the base.Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 73%.Rainfall
In Greensboro, in January, during 9.4 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Greensboro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.9 days and collects up to 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.4 days and accumulates 2.05" (52mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 10h and 2min.On the first day of January in Greensboro, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Greensboro, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Greensboro, NC
- Average high temperature in January: 46.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.4°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 30.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).
Average pressure in January
Greensboro, NC
- Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Greensboro, NC
- Average wind speed in January: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in January
Greensboro, NC
- Average humidity in January: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in January
Greensboro, NC
- Average rainfall in January: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.81").
Average rainfall days in January
Greensboro, NC
- Average rainfall days in January: 9.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in January
Greensboro, NC
- Average snowfall in January: 2.05"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Greensboro, NC
- Average snowfall days in January: 2.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 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
Greensboro, 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 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in January
Greensboro, NC
- Average sunshine days in January: 19.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).
Average UV index in January
Greensboro, 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
Greensboro, 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 30).
Average visibility in January
Greensboro, NC
- Average visibility in January: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (5mi).
