January weather forecastRocky Mount, NC
January
Weather in January
Starting the year in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, the weather remains in a cooler range. The lowest temperature of the year is recorded, plunging down to a chilling 32.9°F (0.5°C), while the maximum fails to breach far beyond the middle range, peaking at 48.2°F (9°C). This month is typified by shorter daylight hours and increased cloud coverage, resulting in a lower UV index. January transitions into February with a slight increase in average temperatures and a marginal decrease in snowfall. Despite the cold, the city experiences a moderately stable climate.Temperature
In Rocky Mount, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 48.2°F (9°C) and a low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 73%, January is the least humid month.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall in Rocky Mount is January, when the rain falls for 10.9 days and typically collects 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 1.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.Daylight
In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 3min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Rocky Mount, the average sunshine in January is 5.6h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average high temperature in January: 48.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.2°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 32.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).
Average pressure in January
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average wind speed in January: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in January
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average humidity in January: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).
Average rainfall in January
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average rainfall in January: 2.32"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.32").
Average rainfall days in January
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average rainfall days in January: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in January
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average snowfall in January: 1.26"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average snowfall days in January: 1.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 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
Rocky Mount, 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: 5h and 36min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in January
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).
Average UV index in January
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average UV index in January: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Rocky Mount, NC
- Average cloud cover in January: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in January
Rocky Mount, 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).
