January weather forecast
Waves, NC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another fresh winter month in Waves, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 54.5°F (12.5°C) and lows at 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Waves is January, when the rain falls for 13.5 days and typically collects 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

The only month with snowfall is January. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 0.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature in Waves is 53.2°F (11.8°C).
Note: To swim in 53.2°F (11.8°C) at less than 50°F (10°C), ensure you're well-protected. Without it, be prepared for a sudden jolt of cold and breathing issues. Remember, even 55.4°F (13°C) is not welcoming.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Waves is 10h and 5min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index in Waves, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During January, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Waves?

Temperature readings in Waves, North Carolina, reach their annual highs in January, averaging 54.5°F (12.5°C) and a minimum average of 46°F (7.8°C).

What are the temperatures in Waves in January?

In Waves, in January, the average high-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Waves?

In Waves, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

What is the driest month in Waves?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Waves, North Carolina. Rain falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Waves?

In Waves, North Carolina, during January, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Waves?

The month with the most snowfall in Waves is January, when snow falls for 0.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow in Waves?

January is the first month it typically snows in Waves, North Carolina. Throughout January, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in January in Waves?

In Waves, North Carolina, in January, the average water temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

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

In Waves, North Carolina, the average day length in January is 10h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Waves?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waves, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Waves?

January and February, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Waves.

How many hours of sunshine does Waves have in January?

In Waves, North Carolina, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Waves?

January is the month with the lowest UV index in Waves, North Carolina, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in January in Waves?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Waves is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Today
Tomorrow
Long-term
YearJanuaryFMAMJJASOND
Dec
January
Feb
Average high temperature
59°F 15°C
54.5°F 12.5°C
55.9°F 13.3°C
Average low temperature
52.2°F 11.2°C
46°F 7.8°C
47.7°F 8.7°C
Average pressure
30.11" 765mmHg
30.11" 765mmHg
30.09" 764mmHg
Average wind speed
16mph 25.7km/h
16.7mph 26.9km/h
17.1mph 27.5km/h
Average max. wind speed
17mph 27.4km/h
17.6mph 28.3km/h
18.1mph 29.1km/h
Average wind speed gusts
22.8mph 36.7km/h
23.6mph 38km/h
25.2mph 40.6km/h
Average humidity
76%
75%
75%
Average rainfall
3.82" 97mm
2.52" 64mm
3.5" 89mm
Average rainfall days
13.7
13.5
13.5
Average snowfall
0" 0mm
0.04" 1mm
0" 0mm
Average snowfall days
0
0.9
0.3
Average sea temperature
60.1°F 15.6°C
53.2°F 11.8°C
50.5°F 10.3°C
Average daylight
9h 5min
10h 1min
10h 5min
Average sunshine
5h 2min
5h 1min
5h 1min
Average sunshine days
14.3
13.9
12.9
Average UV index
4
3
4
Average cloud cover
42%
43%
43%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in January
Waves, NC

Average temperature in January - Waves, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46°F).

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Average pressure in January
Waves, NC

Average pressure in January - Waves, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Waves, NC

Average wind speed in January - Waves, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 16.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (17.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.1mph).

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Average humidity in January
Waves, NC

Average humidity in January - Waves, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Waves, NC

Average rainfall in January - Waves, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.16").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.52").

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Average rainfall days in January
Waves, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Waves, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and October (13.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Waves, NC

Average snowfall in January - Waves, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Waves, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Waves, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Waves, NC

Average sea temperature in January - Waves, NC
  • Average sea temperature in January: 53.2°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (81.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (50.5°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Waves, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Waves, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Waves, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Waves, NC

Average UV index in January - Waves, NC
  • Average UV index in January: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in January
Waves, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Waves, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in January
Waves, NC

Average visibility in January - Waves, 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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