January weather forecast
Madison, AL

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Weather in January

Winter in Madison, Alabama reigns with a chill. January sees the cold tightening its grip, seldom showing any respite. A notable exception is that the lowest temperature is still above freezing, a recorded average of 33.3°F (0.7°C). Albeit chilly, the skies of Madison offer gorgeous views as the winter sun and the frequent cloudless skies collaborate to present a spectacle. The cold weather also leads to some snowfall, turning the landscape into a charming winter wonderland.

Temperature

Madison reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 47.7°F (8.7°C) at the peak and 33.3°F (0.7°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout January, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Madison, Alabama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 24.25" (616mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall in Madison are January, February and December, with an average 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 8min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:54 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.

Sunshine

In Madison, Alabama, the average sunshine in January is 4.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C), is considered the coldest month.

What are the temperatures in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Madison, is 47.7°F (8.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How much does it rain in January?

In Madison, in January, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall in Madison are January, February and December, with an average 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, in Madison, it is snowing for 1.7 days. Throughout January, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 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 long on average sun shines in January?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Madison?

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?

In Madison, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Madison, AL

Average temperature in January - Madison, AL
  • Average high temperature in January: 47.7°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 (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Madison, AL

Average pressure in January - Madison, 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
Madison, AL

Average wind speed in January - Madison, AL
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Madison, AL

Average humidity in January - Madison, 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
Madison, AL

Average rainfall in January - Madison, AL
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in January
Madison, AL

Average rainfall days in January - Madison, AL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Madison, AL

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January, February and December (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Madison, AL

Average snowfall days in January - Madison, AL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Madison, AL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Madison, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Madison, AL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Madison, AL

Average UV index in January - Madison, 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
Madison, AL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Madison, AL

Average visibility in January - Madison, 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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