January weather forecast
Auburn, AL

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Weather in January

January marks the beginning of a cool year in Auburn, Alabama, with temperatures giving a smooth transition from the end of the previous year. The city also experiences higher humidity levels compared to previous months. Minimal changes in weather patterns are observed between January and February. Notably, January experiences the highest cloud coverage of the year, with a percentage of 41. The slight increase in cloudiness draws a soft veil over the city, gradually lifting as the city approaches February.

Temperature

January stands out as Auburn's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 54°F (12.2°C) and a low of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

In Auburn, in January, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Auburn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.3 days and collects up to 37.99" (965mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. In Auburn, in January, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Auburn, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.9 days and aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Auburn are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During January, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 54°F (12.2°C) and a low of 37.6°F (3.1°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

What are the temperatures in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Auburn, is 54°F (12.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 37.6°F (3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout January, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Auburn, in January, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Auburn have in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Auburn, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Auburn, AL

Average temperature in January - Auburn, AL
  • Average high temperature in January: 54°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 37.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Auburn, AL

Average pressure in January - Auburn, AL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Auburn, AL

Average wind speed in January - Auburn, AL
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Auburn, AL

Average humidity in January - Auburn, AL
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Auburn, AL

Average rainfall in January - Auburn, AL
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in January
Auburn, AL

Average rainfall days in January - Auburn, AL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Auburn, AL

Average snowfall in January - Auburn, AL
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Auburn, AL

Average snowfall days in January - Auburn, AL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Auburn, AL
  • 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Auburn, AL

Average sunshine days in January - Auburn, AL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Auburn, AL

Average UV index in January - Auburn, AL
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Auburn, AL

Average cloud cover in January - Auburn, AL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Auburn, AL

Average visibility in January - Auburn, AL
  • 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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