January weather forecast
Peterson, NC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Peterson, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and max 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

The month of January sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 41.7°F (5.4°C) at the peak and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) at the low.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Peterson is 78%.

Rainfall

In Peterson, in January, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Peterson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.9 days and collects up to 30.08" (764mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Peterson are January through April, October through December. In Peterson, in January, during 7.1 snowfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 24.7 snowfall days, and 10.55" (268mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Peterson is 10h and 2min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Peterson, North Carolina, is January, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Peterson, North Carolina. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Peterson?

The lowest temperatures in Peterson are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

How cold is it in Peterson in January?

During January, Peterson experiences an average high-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Peterson?

In Peterson, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How many days does it rain in January in Peterson?

In January, in Peterson, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout January, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Peterson?

In Peterson, North Carolina, during January, snow falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Peterson have in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Peterson?

On the first day of January in Peterson, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Peterson?

The month with the least sunshine in Peterson, North Carolina, is January, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Peterson have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Peterson is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Peterson?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Peterson?

In Peterson, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Peterson, NC

Average temperature in January - Peterson, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Peterson, NC

Average pressure in January - Peterson, 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).

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Average wind speed in January
Peterson, NC

Average wind speed in January - Peterson, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Peterson, NC

Average humidity in January - Peterson, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Peterson, NC

Average rainfall in January - Peterson, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are October and November (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in January
Peterson, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Peterson, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Peterson, NC

Average snowfall in January - Peterson, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Peterson, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Peterson, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Peterson, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Peterson, NC
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Peterson, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Peterson, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Peterson, NC

Average UV index in January - Peterson, NC
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Peterson, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Peterson, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in January
Peterson, NC

Average visibility in January - Peterson, NC
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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