January weather forecast
Sandy Springs, GA

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Weather in January

January exhibits lower temperatures in Sandy Springs, with average low and high temperatures of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C) respectively, accompanied by expected snowfall. Coming from December, one can expect a slightly warmer environment and less snowfall. However, the month is characterized by shorter days and minimal sunshine, creating a chilly and darker atmosphere. Wind speeds are relatively moderate, affecting visibility conditions to some degree. Moving forward into February, the weather gradually begins to warm up, congruent with a drop in overall snowfall.

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and a low of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sandy Springs, during January, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 180.4 rainfall days, and 42.91" (1090mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.4 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sandy Springs, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:39 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sandy Springs, the average sunshine in January is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Sandy Springs, Georgia, experiences its lowest temperatures in January, with an average peak of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and a low of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What are January temperatures?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout January, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.4 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 1.4 days. Throughout January, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sandy Springs have in January?

In Sandy Springs, the average day length in January is 10h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Sandy Springs?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Sandy Springs, GA

Average temperature in January - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average high temperature in January: 49.6°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 (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Sandy Springs, GA

Average pressure in January - Sandy Springs, 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
Sandy Springs, GA

Average wind speed in January - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average wind speed in January: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Sandy Springs, GA

Average humidity in January - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (68%).

Average rainfall in January
Sandy Springs, GA

Average rainfall in January - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.16").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.17").

Average rainfall days in January
Sandy Springs, GA

Average rainfall days in January - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sandy Springs, GA

Average snowfall in January - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sandy Springs, GA

Average snowfall days in January - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 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
Sandy Springs, GA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sandy Springs, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sandy Springs, GA

Average sunshine days in January - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Sandy Springs, GA

Average UV index in January - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Sandy Springs, GA

Average cloud cover in January - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Sandy Springs, GA

Average visibility in January - Sandy Springs, 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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