January weather forecast
Pocahontas, AR

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Weather in January

January in Pocahontas, Arkansas welcomes the new year with a nip in the air and the promise of a mild winter chill. Sightings of snow become a part of the city's charm, with a snowfall of 0.63" (16mm) on approximately two days of the month. As the year unfurls its calendar, sharp gusts of wind sweep over the city; however, despite the rapidly cooling ambiance, the city maintains a fair visibility of 6 miles. The month stands as a prelude to the impending winter season, featuring occasional rain showers amidst the dominant cold breeze.

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In Pocahontas, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

In Pocahontas, Arkansas, in January, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.8 rainfall days, and 37.52" (953mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. In Pocahontas, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.7 days and aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

In Pocahontas, January is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

How cold does it get in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 44.4°F (6.9°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Pocahontas, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout January, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Pocahontas, in January, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pocahontas have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

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
Pocahontas, AR

Average temperature in January - Pocahontas, AR
  • Average high temperature in January: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Pocahontas, AR

Average pressure in January - Pocahontas, AR
  • 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Pocahontas, AR

Average wind speed in January - Pocahontas, AR
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Pocahontas, AR

Average humidity in January - Pocahontas, AR
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in January
Pocahontas, AR

Average rainfall in January - Pocahontas, AR
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
Pocahontas, AR

Average rainfall days in January - Pocahontas, AR
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Pocahontas, AR

Average snowfall in January - Pocahontas, AR
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Pocahontas, AR

Average snowfall days in January - Pocahontas, AR
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 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
Pocahontas, AR

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Pocahontas, AR
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Pocahontas, AR

Average sunshine days in January - Pocahontas, AR
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Pocahontas, AR

Average UV index in January - Pocahontas, AR
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Pocahontas, AR

Average cloud cover in January - Pocahontas, AR
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in January
Pocahontas, AR

Average visibility in January - Pocahontas, AR
  • 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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