January weather forecast
Carmel, IN

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Weather in January

The start of the year in Carmel, Indiana, brings quite freezing temperatures with typical winter characteristics. January sees the lowest values of sunlight exposure with daylight hours barely reaching 9.7, and sunshine hours only around 3.9. The month also sees some of the highest snowfall rates of the year, with snow on the ground for approximately eight days, reaching a height of 1.22" (31mm). Relative humidity, measuring at 83%, contributes to the characteristic chill of the air. After January, a slight, yet noticeable shift towards more temperate conditions can be observed.

Temperature

Carmel reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 32.2°F (0.1°C) at the peak and 20.5°F (-6.4°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Carmel, in January, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Carmel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.2 days and collects up to 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Carmel, in January, during 8 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28.1 snowfall days, and 4.88" (124mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 43min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January, with its high-temperature average of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and a low-temperature average of 20.5°F (-6.4°C), is the coldest month.

How cold is it in January?

In Carmel, in January, the average high-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What are the most humid months?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Carmel, the average relative humidity in January is 83%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Carmel, Indiana, during January, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Carmel, in January, during 8 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 3.9h.

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Carmel, IN

Average temperature in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average high temperature in January: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Carmel, IN

Average pressure in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Carmel, IN

Average wind speed in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in January
Carmel, IN

Average humidity in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Carmel, IN

Average rainfall in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in January
Carmel, IN

Average rainfall days in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Carmel, IN

Average snowfall in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Carmel, IN

Average snowfall days in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average snowfall days in January: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Carmel, IN

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Carmel, IN

Average sunshine days in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Carmel, IN

Average UV index in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
Carmel, IN

Average cloud cover in January - Carmel, IN
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Carmel, IN

Average visibility in January - Carmel, IN
  • 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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