January weather forecastHickory, NC
January
Weather in January
January brings the coldest temperatures to Hickory, North Carolina. The average high and low temperatures are 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) respectively. Frost is usual as the temperature often falls below freezing. The month records substantial cloud cover, reducing sunshine hours to a minimum of 5.7 hours. A notable feature is the 2.13" (54mm) of snowfall disrupting activities on approximately two days, marking the onset of winter season.Temperature
January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) and a minimum temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 73%.Rainfall
In Hickory, in January, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hickory, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.1 days and collects up to 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout January, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 6.2 snowfall days, and 7.01" (178mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 10h and 4min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.
Sunshine
In January, the average sunshine is 5.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 2 during January leads to these advisories:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Hickory, NC
- Average high temperature in January: 45.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 30.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).
Average pressure in January
Hickory, 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 (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Hickory, NC
- Average wind speed in January: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).
Average humidity in January
Hickory, 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
Hickory, NC
- Average rainfall in January: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.97").
Average rainfall days in January
Hickory, NC
- Average rainfall days in January: 11.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in January
Hickory, NC
- Average snowfall in January: 2.13"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Hickory, NC
- Average snowfall days in January: 2.1 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
Hickory, 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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in January
Hickory, NC
- Average sunshine days in January: 18 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).
Average UV index in January
Hickory, 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, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Hickory, NC
- Average cloud cover in January: 37
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in January
Hickory, NC
- Average visibility in January: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
