January weather forecast
Brookhaven, MS

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Weather in January

The Brookhaven's year starts off with cooler temperatures and shorter days. Humidity lingers around 78%, setting a damp mood for the month. In comparison with December, the city experiences a drop in rainfall from 0.08" (2mm) to 0.04" (1mm). The first month of the year is also unique in respect to snowfall, as it is one of only two months that see any snow, measuring in at 0" (0mm). The turn of the year brings less sunshine, creating a need for cozy indoor activities.

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 55.6°F (13.1°C) and a minimum temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In Brookhaven, in January, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.1 rainfall days, and 20.31" (516mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Brookhaven are January, February and December. January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 22min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Brookhaven are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during January translates into the following guidance:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Brookhaven witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 55.6°F (13.1°C) and a low of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the temperature in January?

The average high-temperature, in January, in Brookhaven, is 55.6°F (13.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout January, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Brookhaven?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout January, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:35 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Brookhaven have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Brookhaven is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Brookhaven, MS

Average temperature in January - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average high temperature in January: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 38.8°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Brookhaven, MS

Average pressure in January - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average pressure in January: 30.17"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Brookhaven, MS

Average wind speed in January - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average wind speed in January: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Brookhaven, MS

Average humidity in January - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Brookhaven, MS

Average rainfall in January - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.98").

Average rainfall days in January
Brookhaven, MS

Average rainfall days in January - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Brookhaven, MS

Average snowfall in January - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.2"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Brookhaven, MS

Average snowfall days in January - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Brookhaven, MS

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in January
Brookhaven, MS

Average sunshine days in January - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10 days).

Average UV index in January
Brookhaven, MS

Average UV index in January - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Brookhaven, MS

Average cloud cover in January - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Brookhaven, MS

Average visibility in January - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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