January weather forecast
Scranton, NC

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Scranton, North Carolina, is another fresh winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Temperature

January, known for its average high temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C) and an average low temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In Scranton, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically collects 2.13" (54mm) 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 1.4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Scranton, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 5min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Scranton. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Scranton?

Scranton experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 50.4°F (10.2°C) and a low of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

What are January temperatures in Scranton?

During January, Scranton experiences an average high-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C) and a low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Scranton?

The average relative humidity in January in Scranton, North Carolina, is 77%.

What is the driest month in Scranton?

The month with the least rainfall in Scranton is January, when the rain falls for 10.3 days and typically collects 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Scranton in January?

In Scranton, North Carolina, in January, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Scranton?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Scranton. Snow falls for 1.4 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Scranton?

In Scranton, North Carolina, in January, during 1.4 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Scranton?

The average day length in January is 10h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Scranton?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Scranton, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Scranton?

The months with the least sunshine in Scranton are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Scranton have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Scranton?

The months with the lowest UV index in Scranton, North Carolina, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in January in Scranton?

In Scranton, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
55.2°F 12.9°C
50.4°F 10.2°C
54.3°F 12.4°C
Average low temperature
40.8°F 4.9°C
34.7°F 1.5°C
37.4°F 3°C
Average pressure
30.12" 765mmHg
30.12" 765mmHg
30.1" 765mmHg
Average wind speed
6.6mph 10.6km/h
6.8mph 10.9km/h
7.3mph 11.7km/h
Average max. wind speed
7.2mph 11.6km/h
7.5mph 12.1km/h
8mph 12.9km/h
Average wind speed gusts
11.1mph 17.9km/h
11.4mph 18.3km/h
11.9mph 19.2km/h
Average humidity
80%
77%
77%
Average rainfall
3.07" 78mm
2.13" 54mm
2.68" 68mm
Average rainfall days
11.1
10.3
11.2
Average snowfall
0.2" 5mm
0.71" 18mm
0.47" 12mm
Average snowfall days
0.3
1.4
1.1
Average daylight
9h 5min
10h 1min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
5h 2min
5h 2min
5h 3min
Average sunshine days
18.8
18.3
15.2
Average UV index
3
3
3
Average cloud cover
43%
42%
43%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Scranton, NC

Average temperature in January - Scranton, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 50.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Scranton, NC

Average pressure in January - Scranton, 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Scranton, NC

Average wind speed in January - Scranton, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in January
Scranton, NC

Average humidity in January - Scranton, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in January
Scranton, NC

Average rainfall in January - Scranton, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in January
Scranton, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Scranton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Scranton, NC

Average snowfall in January - Scranton, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Scranton, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Scranton, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 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
Scranton, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Scranton, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Scranton, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Scranton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Scranton, NC

Average UV index in January - Scranton, 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, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in January
Scranton, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Scranton, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in January
Scranton, NC

Average visibility in January - Scranton, 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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