January weather forecast
New Bern, NC

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Boats and yachts docked along several piers in New Bern, North Carolina, with a view of a long and high bridge nearby, massive seascape and horizon

Weather in January

January is typically chilly in New Bern, North Carolina, with a cooling, yet welcoming atmosphere. The colder temperatures start the year by ranging from a nighttime low of 36°F (2.2°C) to a daytime high of 51.4°F (10.8°C). The New Year sees an occasional expanse of snowfall, adding to the refreshing Janeiro ambiance. High humidity levels add a wet feeling to the air, hinting of the mild rainfall to be expected. The weather is slightly less sunny, contributing to the cooler clime, a perfect time for indoor activities.

Temperature

January is the month when New Bern sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and a low of 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

In New Bern, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically collects 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in New Bern, North Carolina, are January through March and November. January is the first month it typically snows. Throughout January, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.4 snowfall days, and 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in New Bern is 10h and 7min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in New Bern are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in January leads to these recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in New Bern?

January, with its high-temperature average of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and a low-temperature average of 36°F (2.2°C), is the coldest month in New Bern.

What is the usual temperature for New Bern in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in New Bern, is 51.4°F (10.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36°F (2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January in New Bern?

The average relative humidity in January in New Bern, North Carolina, is 75%.

What is the driest month in New Bern?

The month with the least rainfall in New Bern is January, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically collects 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in New Bern?

In New Bern, in January, during 9.1 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in New Bern?

January is the first month it typically snows in New Bern, North Carolina. Throughout January, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does New Bern have in January?

In New Bern, the average day length in January is 10h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in New Bern?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in New Bern?

In January, the average sunshine duration in New Bern, North Carolina, is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in New Bern?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in January in New Bern?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in New Bern is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
New Bern, NC

Average temperature in January - New Bern, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 36°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 (36°F).

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Average pressure in January
New Bern, NC

Average pressure in January - New Bern, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
New Bern, NC

Average wind speed in January - New Bern, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
New Bern, NC

Average humidity in January - New Bern, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
New Bern, NC

Average rainfall in January - New Bern, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in January
New Bern, NC

Average rainfall days in January - New Bern, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
New Bern, NC

Average snowfall in January - New Bern, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
New Bern, NC

Average snowfall days in January - New Bern, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
New Bern, NC

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

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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
New Bern, NC

Average sunshine days in January - New Bern, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in January
New Bern, NC

Average UV index in January - New Bern, NC
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in January
New Bern, NC

Average cloud cover in January - New Bern, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 41

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 32).

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Average visibility in January
New Bern, NC

Average visibility in January - New Bern, NC
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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