January weather forecastSalem, NC
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is another chilly winter month in Salem, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average high of 44.8°F (7.1°C).Temperature
January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and a low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In Salem, in January, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Salem, there are 168.6 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Salem, North Carolina. In Salem, in January, during 2.4 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 9.1 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in January is 10h and 4min.On the first day of January in Salem, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January in Salem is 5.7h.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Salem. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Salem, NC
- Average high temperature in January: 44.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 28.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).
Average pressure in January
Salem, NC
- Average pressure in January: 30.14"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
Salem, NC
- Average wind speed in January: 5.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).
Average humidity in January
Salem, NC
- Average humidity in January: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in January
Salem, NC
- Average rainfall in January: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in January
Salem, NC
- Average rainfall days in January: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in January
Salem, NC
- Average snowfall in January: 1.5"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Salem, NC
- Average snowfall days in January: 2.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
Salem, 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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in January
Salem, NC
- Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).
Average UV index in January
Salem, 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
Salem, NC
- Average cloud cover in January: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in January
Salem, NC
- Average visibility in January: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May and September (5mi).
