January weather forecast
Clinton, MS

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Weather in January

Clinton, Mississippi endures cold weather conditions in January, with an average low temperature reading of 38.7°F (3.7°C). The first month of the year signals the tail end of winter, colder than both December and February. Despite this, it is not uncommon for January to bring slight warmth, with occasional, surprisingly mild days interspersed among the cold ones. As is typical of the month, grey skies predominate, with a cloud cover% of approximately 42. The month is usually damp, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Temperature

Temperature readings in Clinton reach their annual highs in January, averaging 54.5°F (12.5°C) and a minimum average of 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Clinton is 77%.

Rainfall

In Clinton, in January, during 11 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165.1 rainfall days, and 38.11" (968mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Clinton. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 19min.
On the first day of January in Clinton, Mississippi, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in January leads to these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Clinton?

January stands out as Clinton's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and a low-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C).

What is the average January temperature in Clinton?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Clinton, is 54.5°F (12.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Clinton?

The average relative humidity in January in Clinton, Mississippi, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in January in Clinton?

In January, in Clinton, Mississippi, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout January, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Clinton?

The month with the most snowfall in Clinton is January, when snow falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Clinton?

In January, in Clinton, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout January, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January in Clinton?

The average day length in January in Clinton is 10h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Clinton?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:33 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Clinton?

In Clinton, Mississippi, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Clinton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Clinton?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Clinton is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Clinton, MS

Average temperature in January - Clinton, MS
  • Average high temperature in January: 54.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 38.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Clinton, MS

Average pressure in January - Clinton, 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
Clinton, MS

Average wind speed in January - Clinton, MS
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Clinton, MS

Average humidity in January - Clinton, MS
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Clinton, MS

Average rainfall in January - Clinton, MS
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.32").

Average rainfall days in January
Clinton, MS

Average rainfall days in January - Clinton, MS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Clinton, MS

Average snowfall in January - Clinton, MS
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Clinton, MS

Average snowfall days in January - Clinton, 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, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Clinton, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Clinton, MS

Average sunshine days in January - Clinton, MS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Clinton, MS

Average UV index in January - Clinton, 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
Clinton, MS

Average cloud cover in January - Clinton, MS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Clinton, MS

Average visibility in January - Clinton, MS
  • 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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