January weather forecastMatthews, NC
January
Weather in January
January in Matthews, North Carolina, experiences a dip in temperatures, coming down from the more mild month of December. The mercury fluctuates within a range from 33.4°F (0.8°C) to 48.7°F (9.3°C). Residents brace for chillier days, with layers of clothing becoming a necessity. This month, often known for its greyness, witnesses relatively less sunshine compared to other months. Precipitation in the form of both rain and snow is a possibility during January, setting a wintery tone for the year’s beginning.Temperature
Matthews experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and a low of 33.4°F (0.8°C).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.Rainfall
In Matthews, North Carolina, in January, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.7 rainfall days, and 31.77" (807mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 10h and 7min.On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Matthews, the average sunshine in January is 5.5h.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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Matthews, NC
- Average high temperature in January: 48.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 33.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).
Average pressure in January
Matthews, NC
- Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Matthews, NC
- Average wind speed in January: 7.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in January
Matthews, NC
- Average humidity in January: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).
Average rainfall in January
Matthews, NC
- Average rainfall in January: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").
Average rainfall days in January
Matthews, NC
- Average rainfall days in January: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in January
Matthews, NC
- Average snowfall in January: 1.38"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Matthews, NC
- Average snowfall days in January: 1.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Matthews, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Matthews, NC
- Average sunshine days in January: 18.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).
Average UV index in January
Matthews, 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
Matthews, NC
- Average cloud cover in January: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in January
Matthews, 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).
