January weather forecast
Birmingham, AL

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Weather in January

In January, Birmingham, Alabama weather offers a relatively low temperature range from a low of 35.2°F (1.8°C) to a high of 50.7°F (10.4°C). The transition from the cold December temperatures allows residents to experience fewer snowfall days compared to the preceding month. Relatively less abundant sunshine and daylight, combined with high relative humidity, often create misty mornings across the city. Furthermore, significant cloud cover results in low UV exposure, offering a respite from the otherwise stinging summer sun. The wind also increases speed during January, contributing to the overall chill.

Temperature

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 50.7°F (10.4°C) and a low of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Birmingham, in January, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Birmingham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.1 days and collects up to 18.58" (472mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall in Birmingham. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 14min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in January translates into the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Birmingham?

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 50.7°F (10.4°C) and a low of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What are the temperatures in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 50.7°F (10.4°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Birmingham, in January, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout January, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length in Birmingham is 10h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Birmingham have in January?

In Birmingham, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In Birmingham, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Birmingham, AL

Average temperature in January - Birmingham, AL
  • Average high temperature in January: 50.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in January
Birmingham, AL

Average pressure in January - Birmingham, 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
Birmingham, AL

Average wind speed in January - Birmingham, AL
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Birmingham, AL

Average humidity in January - Birmingham, AL
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Birmingham, AL

Average rainfall in January - Birmingham, AL
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.02").

Average rainfall days in January
Birmingham, AL

Average rainfall days in January - Birmingham, AL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Birmingham, AL

Average snowfall in January - Birmingham, AL
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Birmingham, AL

Average snowfall days in January - Birmingham, AL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Birmingham, AL

Average sunshine days in January - Birmingham, AL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Birmingham, AL

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Birmingham, AL

Average cloud cover in January - Birmingham, AL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Birmingham, AL

Average visibility in January - Birmingham, 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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