January weather forecast
Sunset Beach, NC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another fresh winter month in Sunset Beach, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.4°F (5.2°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and a low of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 74%, January is the least humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically collects 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January and February. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 0.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 12min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Sunset Beach, North Carolina, is 5.6h.

UV index

January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Sunset Beach?

Sunset Beach experiences its average lowest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and a minimum of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

What are January temperatures in Sunset Beach?

During January, Sunset Beach experiences an average high-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and a low-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

What is the least humid month in Sunset Beach?

The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in January in Sunset Beach?

The average relative humidity in January in Sunset Beach, North Carolina, is 74%.

What is the driest month in Sunset Beach?

The month with the least rainfall in Sunset Beach, North Carolina, is January, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically collects 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Sunset Beach in January?

In Sunset Beach, during January, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Sunset Beach?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.3 days and accumulates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing in Sunset Beach?

January is the first month it typically snows. Throughout January, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Sunset Beach?

The average day length in January is 10h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Sunset Beach?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sunset Beach have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Sunset Beach, North Carolina, is 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sunset Beach?

January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Sunset Beach.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Sunset Beach?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Sunset Beach is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Sunset Beach, NC

Average temperature in January - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.4°F).

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Average pressure in January
Sunset Beach, NC

Average pressure in January - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Sunset Beach, NC

Average wind speed in January - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Sunset Beach, NC

Average humidity in January - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August, September and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Sunset Beach, NC

Average rainfall in January - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in January
Sunset Beach, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Sunset Beach, NC

Average snowfall in January - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Sunset Beach, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Sunset Beach, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Sunset Beach, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Sunset Beach, NC

Average UV index in January - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in January
Sunset Beach, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Sunset Beach, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in January
Sunset Beach, NC

Average visibility in January - Sunset Beach, 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).

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