January weather forecast
Gainesville, GA

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Weather in January

The onset of the year brings a cool chill to Gainesville, Georgia, with January’s weather showing a blend of frosty mornings and mildly cold afternoons. January characterizes a rather dry start to the year, with occasional rainfall, making it ideal for those who enjoy outdoor activities. The rainiest days are accompanied with a moderate humidity level, ensuring a pleasant atmosphere all around. When compared to December, the city becomes noticeably colder during January and changes again as it transitions into February. A stark characteristic of this month is the occasional snowfall, reaching up to 0.94" (24mm) on certain days, peppering the city with a light yet enchanting white blanket.

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and a low of 33.4°F (0.8°C), January is regarded as the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Gainesville is 74%.

Rainfall

In Gainesville, in January, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gainesville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.4 days and collects up to 41.93" (1065mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gainesville are January through March, November and December. In Gainesville, in January, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In Gainesville, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.8 days and aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Gainesville, Georgia, is 10h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:36 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Gainesville is 5.7h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gainesville. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January leads to these instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Gainesville?

Gainesville witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and a low of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What are the temperatures in Gainesville in January?

January temperatures in Gainesville, Georgia, vary between a high-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and a low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Gainesville?

The average relative humidity in January in Gainesville is 74%.

How much does it rain in Gainesville in January?

In Gainesville, Georgia, in January, during 12.4 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Gainesville?

In January, in Gainesville, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout January, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Gainesville have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Gainesville?

On the first day of January in Gainesville, Georgia, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gainesville have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gainesville?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Gainesville?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Gainesville, GA

Average temperature in January - Gainesville, GA
  • Average high temperature in January: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Gainesville, GA

Average pressure in January - Gainesville, GA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Gainesville, GA

Average wind speed in January - Gainesville, GA
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Gainesville, GA

Average humidity in January - Gainesville, GA
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, October and November (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Gainesville, GA

Average rainfall in January - Gainesville, GA
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.36").

Average rainfall days in January
Gainesville, GA

Average rainfall days in January - Gainesville, GA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Gainesville, GA

Average snowfall in January - Gainesville, GA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Gainesville, GA

Average snowfall days in January - Gainesville, GA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Gainesville, GA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gainesville, GA
  • 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Gainesville, GA

Average sunshine days in January - Gainesville, GA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Gainesville, GA

Average UV index in January - Gainesville, GA
  • 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
Gainesville, GA

Average cloud cover in January - Gainesville, GA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Gainesville, GA

Average visibility in January - Gainesville, GA
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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