January weather forecast
Huntsville, AL

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The colorful neon lights that lit up the buildings and roads of Huntsville in Alabama
The colorful neon lights that lit up the buildings and roads of Huntsville in Alabama

Weather in January

The New Year in Huntsville, Alabama, commences with a cold snap. Nights can be particularly chilly in January, with the mercury dropping to a bitter 32.7°F (0.4°C). The winter charm is accentuated by brief snowfall, transforming the landscape into a beautiful white winter wonderland. January also experiences gusty winds, making it essential to bundle up before heading outdoors. The overall weather condition is remarkable for its wintry feel, giving Huntsville a rather idyllic start to the year.

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

In Huntsville, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

In Huntsville, in January, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Huntsville, Alabama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.9 days and collects up to 42.36" (1076mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 1.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Huntsville, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Huntsville, the average sunshine in January is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January is the coldest month in Huntsville, exhibiting average temperatures of 46.9°F (8.3°C) at the peak and 32.7°F (0.4°C) at the base.

What is the temperature in January in Huntsville?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Huntsville, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Huntsville, during January, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 1.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout January, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Huntsville have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Huntsville, AL
  • Average high temperature in January: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Huntsville, AL

Average pressure in January - Huntsville, 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
Huntsville, AL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Huntsville, AL

Average humidity in January - Huntsville, 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
Huntsville, AL

Average rainfall in January - Huntsville, AL
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in January
Huntsville, AL

Average rainfall days in January - Huntsville, AL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Huntsville, AL

Average snowfall in January - Huntsville, AL
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Huntsville, AL

Average snowfall days in January - Huntsville, AL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Huntsville, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Huntsville, AL

Average sunshine days in January - Huntsville, AL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Huntsville, AL

Average UV index in January - Huntsville, 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
Huntsville, AL

Average cloud cover in January - Huntsville, AL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Huntsville, AL

Average visibility in January - Huntsville, 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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