January weather forecast
Hertford, NC

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another chilly winter month in Hertford, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and an average low temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Hertford are January, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Hertford are January, March and November Rain falls for 5.7 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January and February are months with snowfall. January is the first month it typically snows in Hertford. Throughout January, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Hertford, during the entire year, snow falls for 2 days and aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Hertford, North Carolina, in January, the average water temperature is 51.1°F (10.6°C).
Note: Engaging in a swim in 51.1°F (10.6°C) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 50°F (10°C) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of January, in Hertford, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hertford, the average sunshine in January is 5.6h.

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Hertford?

January, known for its average high temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and an average low temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C), is the coldest month in Hertford, North Carolina.

What are the temperatures in Hertford in January?

During January, Hertford experiences an average high-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and a low-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

What is the least humid month in Hertford?

The months with the lowest humidity in Hertford, North Carolina, are January, April and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in January in Hertford?

In Hertford, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

What is the driest month in Hertford?

The months with the least rainfall in Hertford are January, March and November Rain falls for 5.7 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Hertford in January?

In January, in Hertford, North Carolina, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout January, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Hertford?

January is the first month it typically snows in Hertford, North Carolina. Throughout January, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in January in Hertford?

In Hertford, North Carolina, the average seawater temperature in January is 51.1°F (10.6°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in January in Hertford?

In Hertford, the average day length in January is 10h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Hertford?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hertford, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hertford have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Hertford, North Carolina, is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hertford?

With an average maximum UV index of 2, January is the month with the lowest UV index in Hertford.

How high is the UV index in January in Hertford?

In Hertford, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Hertford, NC

Average temperature in January - Hertford, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Hertford, NC

Average pressure in January - Hertford, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Hertford, NC

Average wind speed in January - Hertford, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Hertford, NC

Average humidity in January - Hertford, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Hertford, NC

Average rainfall in January - Hertford, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in January
Hertford, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Hertford, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Hertford, NC

Average snowfall in January - Hertford, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Hertford, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Hertford, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Hertford, NC

Average sea temperature in January - Hertford, NC
  • Average sea temperature in January: 51.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (49.6°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hertford, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hertford, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Hertford, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Hertford, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Hertford, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Hertford, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Hertford, NC

Average visibility in January - Hertford, 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).

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