January weather forecast
Nashville, TN

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Overlooking the city buildings of Nashville, Tennessee, across the riverfront, with a big cruise ship ashore

Weather in January

The weather in Nashville, Tennessee starts the year with relatively cold conditions, distinct with the almost palpable humidity of 75%. Notable is the consistent high wind speed of 7.9mph (12.7km/h), which adds to the chill factor. The city also witnesses a modest snowfall, shaking off its solemn winter slumber. As the month progresses, the weather eases into more tranquil states, bidding farewell to the harsh chills of the previous year.

Temperature

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In Nashville, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

In Nashville, in January, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Nashville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.9 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Nashville are January through April, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Nashville. Snow falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 2min.
On the first day of January in Nashville, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and February, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Nashville, Tennessee, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Nashville?

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 44.1°F (6.7°C) and as low as 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Is it cold in Nashville during January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Nashville, is 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Nashville?

The average relative humidity in January in Nashville, Tennessee, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Nashville in January?

In January, in Nashville, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Nashville?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Nashville, Tennessee. Snow falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Nashville?

In Nashville, Tennessee, in January, during 4.7 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length is 10h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Nashville?

On the first day of January in Nashville, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Nashville?

January and February, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Nashville, Tennessee.

How many hours of sunshine does Nashville have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Nashville is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Nashville?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Nashville?

In Nashville, Tennessee, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Nashville, TN

Average temperature in January - Nashville, TN
  • Average high temperature in January: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

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Average pressure in January
Nashville, TN

Average pressure in January - Nashville, TN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Nashville, TN

Average wind speed in January - Nashville, TN
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in January
Nashville, TN

Average humidity in January - Nashville, TN
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in January
Nashville, TN

Average rainfall in January - Nashville, TN
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in January
Nashville, TN

Average rainfall days in January - Nashville, TN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Nashville, TN

Average snowfall in January - Nashville, TN
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Nashville, TN

Average snowfall days in January - Nashville, TN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Nashville, TN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Nashville, TN
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Nashville, TN

Average sunshine days in January - Nashville, TN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in January
Nashville, TN

Average UV index in January - Nashville, TN
  • 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, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Nashville, TN

Average cloud cover in January - Nashville, TN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in January
Nashville, TN

Average visibility in January - Nashville, TN
  • 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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