January weather forecastSophia, NC
January
Weather in January
January, like December, is a frosty winter month in Sophia, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and max 46.8°F (8.2°C).Temperature
In Sophia, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and a low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in January is 73%.Rainfall
In Sophia, in January, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sophia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158 days and collects up to 30.39" (772mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Sophia, North Carolina, is January, when snow falls for 1.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.Daylight
In Sophia, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 4min.On the first day of January in Sophia, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in January is 5.5h.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 2, January is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Sophia, NC
- Average high temperature in January: 46.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).
- Average low temperature in January: 31.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).
Average pressure in January
Sophia, NC
- Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in January
Sophia, NC
- Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in January
Sophia, NC
- Average humidity in January: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall in January
Sophia, NC
- Average rainfall in January: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.73").
Average rainfall days in January
Sophia, NC
- Average rainfall days in January: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in January
Sophia, NC
- Average snowfall in January: 1.77"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in January
Sophia, NC
- Average snowfall days in January: 1.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sophia, 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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in January
Sophia, NC
- Average sunshine days in January: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).
Average UV index in January
Sophia, NC
- Average UV index in January: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in January
Sophia, NC
- Average cloud cover in January: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in January
Sophia, NC
- Average visibility in January: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
