January weather forecast
Richmond, AL

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a moderate winter month in Richmond, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average high of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and an average low of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 55.9°F (13.3°C) and a minimum average of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

In Richmond, in January, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171.5 rainfall days, and 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Richmond. In Richmond, in January, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 1.5 snowfall days, and 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 20min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in January leads to these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C), is considered the coldest month.

What is the usual temperature for Richmond in January?

In Richmond, 55.9°F (13.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 38.8°F (3.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Richmond, in January, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 0.6 days. Throughout January, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Richmond have in January?

In January, the average day length in Richmond is 10h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Richmond have in January?

In Richmond, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In Richmond, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Richmond, AL

Average temperature in January - Richmond, AL
  • Average high temperature in January: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 38.8°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Richmond, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Richmond, AL

Average wind speed in January - Richmond, AL
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Richmond, AL

Average humidity in January - Richmond, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Richmond, AL

Average rainfall in January - Richmond, AL
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Richmond, AL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Richmond, AL

Average snowfall in January - Richmond, AL
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Richmond, AL

Average snowfall days in January - Richmond, 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 and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Richmond, AL
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Richmond, AL

Average sunshine days in January - Richmond, AL
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Richmond, AL

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Richmond, AL

Average cloud cover in January - Richmond, AL
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Richmond, AL

Average visibility in January - Richmond, AL
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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