January weather forecast
Pelham, AL

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Weather in January

Pelham, Alabama, begins its calendar year with January, where winter is in full swing. The weather sees temperatures reaching highs of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and dipping to lows of 36°F (2.2°C). The chilly wind, blowing at an average of 7.2mph (11.6km/h), adds to the winter ambiance. Rainfall is also a frequent companion in January, with a relative humidity of 75%. Snow makes its occasional appearance, feathering the landscapes of Pelham with occasional snowflakes.

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout January, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 174.2 rainfall days, and 40.08" (1018mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 1.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Pelham, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 15min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.3h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Pelham experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and a low of 36°F (2.2°C).

What is the average January temperature?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Pelham, is 51.1°F (10.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 75%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout January, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.2 days and accumulates 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Pelham, during January, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Pelham have in January?

In Pelham, the average day length in January is 10h and 15min.

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 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pelham have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Pelham, AL

Average temperature in January - Pelham, AL
  • Average high temperature in January: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in January
Pelham, AL

Average pressure in January - Pelham, AL
  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Pelham, AL

Average wind speed in January - Pelham, AL
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Pelham, AL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Pelham, AL

Average rainfall in January - Pelham, AL
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.36").

Average rainfall days in January
Pelham, AL

Average rainfall days in January - Pelham, AL
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Pelham, AL

Average snowfall in January - Pelham, AL
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Pelham, AL

Average snowfall days in January - Pelham, AL
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.2 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
Pelham, AL

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Pelham, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Pelham, AL

Average sunshine days in January - Pelham, AL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Pelham, AL

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

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Pelham, AL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Pelham, AL

Average visibility in January - Pelham, 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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