January weather forecast
Baker, LA

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Weather in January

Considering the weather in Baker, Louisiana in January, a mix of mild temperatures and moderate rainfall characterize this month. January marks the beginning of the year with the lowest average sunshine hours, 5.3 hours, compared to the rest of the year. Dark, cloudy skies prevail for the majority of the month. Also noticeable this month is an increased level of humidity. Despite this, January offers residents and visitors a calm start to the New Year.

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 58.6°F (14.8°C) and a low of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Baker, during January, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. In Baker, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.1 days and collects up to 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 0.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Baker, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C) and a low temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C), is generally the coldest month.

What is the temperature in January?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C) and a low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in January in Baker?

In Baker, in January, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 0.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the last month it snows?

January is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in January, Baker aggregates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Baker, Louisiana, the average day length in January is 10h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:39 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Baker, LA

Average temperature in January - Baker, LA
  • Average high temperature in January: 58.6°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Baker, LA

Average pressure in January - Baker, LA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.16"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Baker, LA

Average wind speed in January - Baker, LA
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Baker, LA

Average humidity in January - Baker, LA
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Baker, LA

Average rainfall in January - Baker, LA
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

Average rainfall days in January
Baker, LA

Average rainfall days in January - Baker, LA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Baker, LA

Average snowfall in January - Baker, LA
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Baker, LA

Average snowfall days in January - Baker, LA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Baker, LA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Baker, LA
  • 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in January
Baker, LA

Average sunshine days in January - Baker, LA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Baker, LA

Average UV index in January - Baker, LA
  • Average UV index in January: 3

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

Average cloud cover in January
Baker, LA

Average cloud cover in January - Baker, LA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Baker, LA

Average visibility in January - Baker, LA
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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