January weather forecast
Swansboro, NC

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Swansboro, North Carolina, is another fresh winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 53.1°F (11.7°C).

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C) and a low of 41.2°F (5.1°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January through April, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Swansboro. Rain falls for 9.4 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Swansboro are January through March. January is the month with the most snowfall in Swansboro. Snow falls for 0.3 days and accumulates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Swansboro, North Carolina, in January, the average water temperature is 60.6°F (15.9°C).
Note: The majority of individuals do not enjoy swimming in water that is 60.6°F (15.9°C). Breathing control becomes more challenging as the water temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 8min.
On the first day of January in Swansboro, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine in Swansboro is 5.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Swansboro?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 53.1°F (11.7°C) and a low of 41.2°F (5.1°C), January stands out as the coldest month in Swansboro.

What are the temperatures in Swansboro in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 53.1°F (11.7°C) and 41.2°F (5.1°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Swansboro?

The months with the lowest humidity in Swansboro, North Carolina, are January through April, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in January in Swansboro?

In January, the average relative humidity in Swansboro is 74%.

What is the driest month in Swansboro?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Swansboro, North Carolina. Rain falls for 9.4 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Swansboro in January?

In January, in Swansboro, North Carolina, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout January, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Swansboro?

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

When does it start snowing in Swansboro?

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

How cold is the water in January in Swansboro?

In Swansboro, North Carolina, the average seawater temperature in January is 60.6°F (15.9°C). For most, swimming in 60.6°F (15.9°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

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

In Swansboro, the average day length in January is 10h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Swansboro?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Swansboro?

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

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Swansboro?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Swansboro is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
57.6°F 14.2°C
53.1°F 11.7°C
56.3°F 13.5°C
Average low temperature
46.6°F 8.1°C
41.2°F 5.1°C
43.3°F 6.3°C
Average pressure
30.12" 765mmHg
30.12" 765mmHg
30.1" 765mmHg
Average wind speed
10.3mph 16.6km/h
10.5mph 16.9km/h
11.1mph 17.9km/h
Average max. wind speed
10.9mph 17.5km/h
11.2mph 18km/h
11.8mph 19km/h
Average wind speed gusts
15.8mph 25.4km/h
16mph 25.7km/h
17mph 27.4km/h
Average humidity
77%
74%
74%
Average rainfall
1.42" 36mm
0.75" 19mm
1.14" 29mm
Average rainfall days
10.9
9.4
8.8
Average snowfall
0" 0mm
0.2" 5mm
0.08" 2mm
Average snowfall days
0.3
0.3
0.3
Average sea temperature
62.9°F 17.2°C
60.7°F 15.9°C
57.7°F 14.3°C
Average daylight
9h 5min
10h 1min
11h 0min
Average sunshine
5h 3min
5h 4min
5h 5min
Average sunshine days
18.5
19.4
17.4
Average UV index
3
3
4
Average cloud cover
40%
38%
40%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Swansboro, NC

Average temperature in January - Swansboro, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 53.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.2°F).

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Average pressure in January
Swansboro, NC

Average pressure in January - Swansboro, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Swansboro, NC

Average wind speed in January - Swansboro, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Swansboro, NC

Average humidity in January - Swansboro, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and April (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Swansboro, NC

Average rainfall in January - Swansboro, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in January
Swansboro, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Swansboro, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Swansboro, NC

Average snowfall in January - Swansboro, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.2"

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

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Average snowfall days in January
Swansboro, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Swansboro, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.3 days

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

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Average sea temperature in January
Swansboro, NC

Average sea temperature in January - Swansboro, NC
  • Average sea temperature in January: 60.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (82.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (57.7°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Swansboro, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Swansboro, 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 June (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
Swansboro, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Swansboro, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Swansboro, NC

Average UV index in January - Swansboro, 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 December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in January
Swansboro, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Swansboro, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in January
Swansboro, NC

Average visibility in January - Swansboro, 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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