January weather forecastMills River, NC

January

Weather in January

January, like December, is a frosty winter month in Mills River, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

January, having an average high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

January and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Mills River, during January, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mills River, there are 128.4 rainfall days, and 15.2" (386mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Mills River, North Carolina, in January, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Mills River, there are 7.7 snowfall days, and 3.7" (94mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mills River, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 5min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Mills River is 5.6h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Temperature readings in Mills River reach their annual highs in January, averaging 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a minimum average of 28°F (-2.2°C).

The high-temperature in Mills River, North Carolina, during January is 44.2°F (6.8°C) and the low-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C).

January and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

The average relative humidity in January in Mills River is 74%.

In January, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout January, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Mills River, in January, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

In Mills River, North Carolina, the average day length in January is 10h and 5min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mills River, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:56 pm EST.

The average sunshine duration in January in Mills River is 5.6h.

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Mills River is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Mills River, NC

  • Average high temperature in January: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

Average pressure in January
Mills River, 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).

Average wind speed in January
Mills River, NC

  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Mills River, NC

  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Mills River, NC

  • Average rainfall in January: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in January
Mills River, NC

  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Mills River, NC

  • Average snowfall in January: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Mills River, NC

  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mills River, 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 36min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Mills River, NC

  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Mills River, NC

  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Mills River, NC

  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Mills River, NC

  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).