January weather forecast
Macon, GA

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The scenic neon-lit city of Macon in Georgia
The scenic neon-lit city of Macon in Georgia

Weather in January

In Macon, Georgia, the start of the year sees relatively low temperatures with winter truly in full swing. January is the coolest month, with temperatures that range from 38.8°F (3.8°C) to 54.7°F (12.6°C). Though snowfall does occur, it is quite rare with the precipitation largely being in the form of rain. As such, the city is often blanketed by low-level clouds, leading to decreased daylight hours. Thus, January typically exhibits a quintessential winter landscape ideal for indoor activities.

Temperature

Macon's coldest weather arrives in January, when temperatures average a high of 54.7°F (12.6°C) and a low of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

January, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 71%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In January, in Macon, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout January, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 178.9 rainfall days, and 37.05" (941mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January and February. The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:38 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 6.1h.

UV index

January 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 health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The month of January sees the average lowest temperatures, reaching 54.7°F (12.6°C) at the peak and 38.8°F (3.8°C) at the low.

What are January temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 54.7°F (12.6°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C) respectively.

What are the least humid months?

January, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 71%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 71%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, in Macon, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout January, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated snow.

When does it start to snow?

January is the first month it typically snows. Throughout January, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Macon have in January?

In Macon, the average day length in January is 10h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:05 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Macon have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Macon are January 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 value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Macon, GA

Average temperature in January - Macon, GA
  • Average high temperature in January: 54.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Macon, GA

Average pressure in January - Macon, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Macon, GA

Average wind speed in January - Macon, GA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Macon, GA

Average humidity in January - Macon, GA
  • Average humidity in January: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, October and November (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Macon, GA

Average rainfall in January - Macon, GA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.2").

Average rainfall days in January
Macon, GA

Average rainfall days in January - Macon, GA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Macon, GA

Average snowfall in January - Macon, GA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.2"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Macon, GA

Average snowfall days in January - Macon, GA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Macon, GA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Macon, GA
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

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: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Macon, GA

Average sunshine days in January - Macon, GA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Macon, GA

Average UV index in January - Macon, GA
  • Average UV index in January: 3

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

Average cloud cover in January
Macon, GA

Average cloud cover in January - Macon, GA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Macon, GA

Average visibility in January - Macon, GA
  • 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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