January weather forecast
Gaffney, SC

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Weather in January

January in Gaffney, South Carolina, typically showcases winter's crisp signature, introducing the year with relatively low temperatures when compared with the balmy days of the subsequent months, February onwards. The winter virtue of January is highlighted by relative humidity crossing the 70% mark, cloud cover making a significant presence, and the frequent precipitation events making the city a haven for rain-lovers. Mild snowfall decorated Gaffney in January with a sprinkling of 0.04" (1mm). The gradual increase in daylight hours from January to February introduces a much-awaited warmth breathing life back into the city after the winter. January charm often turns the city into a beautiful winter postcard, with Gaffney's landscapes showcasing their elegance under the peaceful, cold skies.

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and a low temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C), is generally the coldest month in Gaffney, South Carolina.

Humidity

In Gaffney, South Carolina, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

In Gaffney, in January, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gaffney, during the entire year, the rain falls for 74.2 days and collects up to 6.46" (164mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. In January, in Gaffney, South Carolina, it is snowing for 0.6 days. Throughout January, 0.04" (1mm) of snow is accumulated. In Gaffney, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.1 days and aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 7min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. 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. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Gaffney?

January is the month when Gaffney sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and a low of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

What are January temperatures in Gaffney?

Gaffney in January has an average high-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Gaffney?

In Gaffney, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

How many days does it rain in January in Gaffney?

In Gaffney, South Carolina, in January, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Gaffney?

In Gaffney, in January, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.04" (1mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Gaffney have in January?

The average day length in January in Gaffney, South Carolina, is 10h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Gaffney?

On the first day of January in Gaffney, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Gaffney?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gaffney?

The months with the lowest UV index in Gaffney are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in January in Gaffney?

In Gaffney, South Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Gaffney, SC

Average temperature in January - Gaffney, SC
  • Average high temperature in January: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Gaffney, SC

Average pressure in January - Gaffney, SC
  • 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Gaffney, SC

Average wind speed in January - Gaffney, SC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in January
Gaffney, SC

Average humidity in January - Gaffney, SC
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

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Average rainfall in January
Gaffney, SC

Average rainfall in January - Gaffney, SC
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (0.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in January
Gaffney, SC

Average rainfall days in January - Gaffney, SC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 5.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and July (7.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are September and November (4.5 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Gaffney, SC

Average snowfall in January - Gaffney, SC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Gaffney, SC

Average snowfall days in January - Gaffney, SC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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 daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Gaffney, SC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gaffney, SC
  • 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 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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Gaffney, SC

Average sunshine days in January - Gaffney, SC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 24.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (20.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Gaffney, SC

Average UV index in January - Gaffney, SC
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Gaffney, SC

Average cloud cover in January - Gaffney, SC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Gaffney, SC

Average visibility in January - Gaffney, SC
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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