January weather forecast
Waycross, GA

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Weather in January

January in Waycross, Georgia, offers the chilliest month of the year along with an average of 7.9 rainy days. The winter climate is accompanied by the highest relative humidity of 71% throughout the year. This atmospheric condition contributes to the moderate rainfall received during this period. Chilly winds blow at an average speed of 6.2mph (10km/h), adding to the overall cold ambiance. Despite the winter chill, the elements provide 10.4 hours of daylight that allows for outdoor activities in the city.

Temperature

Waycross's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 59.5°F (15.3°C) to a low of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.9 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and February are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 0.12" (3mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in January transforms into this advice:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 59.5°F (15.3°C) and a low of 42.4°F (5.8°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

What are the temperatures in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C) and a low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Waycross, the average relative humidity in January is 71%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.9 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout January, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Waycross?

The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 0.12" (3mm) of accumulated snow.

When does it start snowing in Waycross?

January is the first month it typically snows. Throughout January, Waycross receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Waycross have in January?

In Waycross, the average sunshine duration in January is 6.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 3, January is the month with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Waycross, GA

Average temperature in January - Waycross, GA
  • Average high temperature in January: 59.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Waycross, GA

Average pressure in January - Waycross, GA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Waycross, GA

Average wind speed in January - Waycross, GA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Waycross, GA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Waycross, GA

Average rainfall in January - Waycross, GA
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in January
Waycross, GA

Average rainfall days in January - Waycross, GA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Waycross, GA

Average snowfall in January - Waycross, GA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.1"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.1").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Waycross, GA

Average sunshine days in January - Waycross, GA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Waycross, GA

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Waycross, GA

Average cloud cover in January - Waycross, GA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Waycross, GA

Average visibility in January - Waycross, 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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