January weather forecast
Altoona, AL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a frosty winter month in Altoona, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average high of 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

In Altoona, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and a low of 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Altoona, during January, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation. In Altoona, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.2 days and collects up to 42.24" (1073mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 1.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Altoona, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 11min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Altoona is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

In Altoona, the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and a low of 34°F (1.1°C).

What are January temperatures?

The high-temperature, in January, in Altoona, records 49.1°F (9.5°C), while the low-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Altoona, during January, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 1.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Altoona, in January, during 1.1 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Altoona, the average sunshine duration in January is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Altoona, AL

Average temperature in January - Altoona, AL
  • Average high temperature in January: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34°F).

Average pressure in January
Altoona, AL

Average pressure in January - Altoona, AL
  • 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Altoona, AL

Average wind speed in January - Altoona, AL
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Altoona, AL

Average humidity in January - Altoona, AL
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Altoona, AL

Average rainfall in January - Altoona, AL
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.4").

Average rainfall days in January
Altoona, AL

Average rainfall days in January - Altoona, AL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Altoona, AL

Average snowfall in January - Altoona, AL
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Altoona, AL

Average snowfall days in January - Altoona, AL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Altoona, AL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Altoona, AL
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Altoona, AL

Average sunshine days in January - Altoona, AL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Altoona, AL

Average UV index in January - Altoona, AL
  • 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).

Average cloud cover in January
Altoona, AL

Average cloud cover in January - Altoona, AL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Altoona, AL

Average visibility in January - Altoona, AL
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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