January weather forecast
Norfolk, VA

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A breathtaking night panorama of the well developed Norfolk City, Virginia
A breathtaking night panorama of the well developed Norfolk City, Virginia

Weather in January

January is noted as the chilliest month in Norfolk, Virginia with the average high and low temperatures dipping to 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C) respectively. The clear, crisp skies of January interestingly coincide with low sea temperatures. Despite the chill, the city experiences mild rainfall. Compared to the following month, expect a slight increase in daylight. As citizens navigate the chilly January weather, light winds do not present much of a concern.

Temperature

Norfolk's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 45.9°F (7.7°C) to a low of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Norfolk is 75%.

Rainfall

In Norfolk, in January, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Norfolk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.9 days and collects up to 20.35" (517mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Norfolk is January, when snow falls for 2.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Norfolk, in January, the average water temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C).
Note: Diving into 45.5°F (7.5°C) when it's under 50°F (10°C) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Norfolk is 9h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Norfolk, the average sunshine in January is 5.5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, January is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Norfolk?

January is the month when Norfolk experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 45.9°F (7.7°C) and a low of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

What are January temperatures in Norfolk?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Norfolk, is 45.9°F (7.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Norfolk?

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

How much does it rain in Norfolk in January?

In January, in Norfolk, Virginia, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout January, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Norfolk?

The month with the most snowfall in Norfolk, Virginia, is January, when snow falls for 2.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Norfolk?

In Norfolk, in January, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in January in Norfolk?

In Norfolk, Virginia, the average seawater temperature in January is 45.5°F (7.5°C). Swimming in 45.5°F (7.5°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

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

The average day length in January in Norfolk is 9h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Norfolk?

On the first day of January in Norfolk, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Norfolk have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Norfolk?

With an average maximum UV index of 2, January is the month with the lowest UV index in Norfolk.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Norfolk?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Norfolk is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Norfolk, VA

Average temperature in January - Norfolk, VA
  • Average high temperature in January: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).

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Average pressure in January
Norfolk, VA

Average pressure in January - Norfolk, VA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in January
Norfolk, VA

Average wind speed in January - Norfolk, VA
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in January
Norfolk, VA

Average humidity in January - Norfolk, VA
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in January
Norfolk, VA

Average rainfall in January - Norfolk, VA
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in January
Norfolk, VA

Average rainfall days in January - Norfolk, VA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Norfolk, VA

Average snowfall in January - Norfolk, VA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in January
Norfolk, VA

Average snowfall days in January - Norfolk, VA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Norfolk, VA

Average sea temperature in January - Norfolk, VA
  • Average sea temperature in January: 45.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (80°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (44.5°F).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Norfolk, VA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Norfolk, VA
  • 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: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Norfolk, VA

Average sunshine days in January - Norfolk, VA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in January
Norfolk, VA

Average UV index in January - Norfolk, VA
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in January
Norfolk, VA

Average cloud cover in January - Norfolk, VA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in January
Norfolk, VA

Average visibility in January - Norfolk, VA
  • 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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