January weather forecast
Townsend, TN

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Weather in January

January ushers in the new year with chilly temperatures, the lowest ranging from 27.5°F (-2.5°C) to a high of 43.3°F (6.3°C). The relative humidity remains at a steady 78% supporting the formation of frost and ice, particularly in the early morning. A significant 7.7 days are snowy making it important to prepare for icy road conditions. January's daylight lasts 10.1 hours offering limited sunbathing time as the UV index stays at a low 2. Overall, the weather in Townsend, Tennessee in January is characteristic of typical winter conditions in the region.

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 43.3°F (6.3°C) and as low as 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In Townsend, in January, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 196.8 rainfall days, and 39.72" (1009mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Townsend, during January, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Townsend, there are 26.2 snowfall days, and 11.42" (290mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Townsend, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 4min.
On the first day of January in Townsend, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year in Townsend, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Townsend?

January, recording an average high temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and a low temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C), is Townsend's coldest month.

How cold is January in Townsend?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Townsend, is 43.3°F (6.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Townsend?

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How much does it rain in Townsend in January?

In January, in Townsend, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout January, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Townsend in January?

In Townsend, Tennessee, in January, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

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

In January, the average day length is 10h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Townsend?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:00 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Townsend?

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Townsend, Tennessee.

How many hours of sunshine does Townsend have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Townsend is 5.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Townsend?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Townsend, Tennessee, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Townsend, TN

Average temperature in January - Townsend, TN
  • Average high temperature in January: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in January
Townsend, TN

Average pressure in January - Townsend, TN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Townsend, TN

Average wind speed in January - Townsend, TN
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Townsend, TN

Average humidity in January - Townsend, TN
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in January
Townsend, TN

Average rainfall in January - Townsend, TN
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

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Average rainfall days in January
Townsend, TN

Average rainfall days in January - Townsend, TN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Townsend, TN

Average snowfall in January - Townsend, TN
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Townsend, TN

Average snowfall days in January - Townsend, TN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Townsend, TN
  • 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Townsend, TN

Average sunshine days in January - Townsend, TN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Townsend, TN

Average UV index in January - Townsend, 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
Townsend, TN

Average cloud cover in January - Townsend, TN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in January
Townsend, TN

Average visibility in January - Townsend, TN
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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