January weather forecast
Morehead City, NC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another fresh winter month in Morehead City, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 53.1°F (11.7°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

In Morehead City, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Morehead City. Rain falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and February are months with snowfall. January is the first month it typically snows in Morehead City. Throughout January, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Morehead City, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.4 days and aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Morehead City, in January, the average water temperature is 63.7°F (17.6°C).
Note: For most people, swimming in water at 63.7°F (17.6°C) is not a pleasurable experience. Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Morehead City is 10h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of January, in Morehead City, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Morehead City, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Morehead City is January, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during January translates into the following directions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Morehead City?

January, with an average high of 53.1°F (11.7°C) and a low of 42.4°F (5.8°C), signifies the coldest month of the year.

What is the average January temperature in Morehead City?

In Morehead City, in January, the average high-temperature is 53.1°F (11.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Morehead City?

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

What is the driest month in Morehead City?

The month with the least rainfall in Morehead City, North Carolina, is January, when the rain falls for 10.4 days and typically collects 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Morehead City?

In Morehead City, North Carolina, in January, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Morehead City?

January is the first month it typically snows in Morehead City, North Carolina. Throughout January, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in January in Morehead City?

In Morehead City, North Carolina, the average seawater temperature in January is 63.7°F (17.6°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

How many hours of daylight does Morehead City have in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Morehead City?

On the first day of January in Morehead City, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Morehead City?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Morehead City?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Morehead City?

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in January in Morehead City?

In Morehead City, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Morehead City, NC

Average temperature in January - Morehead City, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 53.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Morehead City, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Morehead City, NC

Average wind speed in January - Morehead City, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Morehead City, NC

Average humidity in January - Morehead City, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Morehead City, NC

Average rainfall in January - Morehead City, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in January
Morehead City, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Morehead City, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Morehead City, NC

Average snowfall in January - Morehead City, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Morehead City, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Morehead City, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Morehead City, NC

Average sea temperature in January - Morehead City, NC
  • Average sea temperature in January: 63.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (83.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (61.3°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Morehead City, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Morehead City, NC
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Morehead City, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Morehead City, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Morehead City, NC

Average UV index in January - Morehead City, NC
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in January
Morehead City, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Morehead City, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in January
Morehead City, NC

Average visibility in January - Morehead City, 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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