January weather forecast
Mount Pleasant, SC

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A cute mirror image of the pink sunset sky looming overhead, and the docked fishing boats, with a far view of a high bridge, Mt. Pleasant, SC
A cute mirror image of the pink sunset sky looming overhead, and the docked fishing boats, with a far view of a high bridge, Mt. Pleasant, SC

Weather in January

Known for its cooler temperatures as the city is in the height of winter, January in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, reveals a unique weather profile. Subtle variations in weather factors can be perceived as snowfall peaks for the year at 0.1" (3mm) and the lowest average daylight hours settles at 10.3. Post festivals, residents can still enjoy reasonably pleasant weather despite the low temperatures and sparse sunlight. The city grapples very little with extreme icy conditions, ensuring the outdoor activities remain largely unaffected. By the end of the month, one anticipates a boost in sunshine duration and a slight decrease in rainfall.

Temperature

January is the month when Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 57.2°F (14°C) and a low of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and March, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. Rain falls for 9.8 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, are January, February and December. In January, in Mount Pleasant, it is snowing for 0.3 days. Throughout January, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is accumulated. In Mount Pleasant, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.4 days and aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 17min.
On the first day of January in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Mount Pleasant, the average sunshine in January is 5.9h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in January leads to these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Mount Pleasant?

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 57.2°F (14°C) at the peak and 45.1°F (7.3°C) at the base.

What are the temperatures in Mount Pleasant in January?

The high-temperature during January is 57.2°F (14°C) and the low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C).

What is the least humid month in Mount Pleasant?

January and March, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months in Mount Pleasant.

What is the average humidity in January in Mount Pleasant?

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

What is the driest month in Mount Pleasant?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 9.8 days and typically collects 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Mount Pleasant?

In Mount Pleasant, in January, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mount Pleasant in January?

In January, in Mount Pleasant, it is snowing for 0.3 days. Throughout January, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Pleasant have in January?

In Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, the average day length in January is 10h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Mount Pleasant?

On the first day of January in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:50 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Mount Pleasant?

The average sunshine duration in January in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, is 5.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Mount Pleasant?

January is the month with the lowest UV index in Mount Pleasant, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in January in Mount Pleasant?

In Mount Pleasant, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average temperature in January - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average high temperature in January: 57.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.1°F).

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Average pressure in January
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average pressure in January - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average wind speed in January - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in January
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average humidity in January - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (73%).

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Average rainfall in January
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average rainfall in January - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (8.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in January
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average rainfall days in January - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average snowfall in January - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.3").
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
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average snowfall days in January - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 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 daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average sunshine days in January - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average UV index in January - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average cloud cover in January - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in January
Mount Pleasant, SC

Average visibility in January - Mount Pleasant, SC
  • 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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