January weather forecast
Columbus, MS

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Weather in January

January in Columbus, Mississippi, unfolds itself as a mildly chilly month with consistent humidity. The temperatures usually fluctuate from about 36.5°F (2.5°C) to 51.4°F (10.8°C), bringing a coolness to the air. The city experiences slightly lower daylight hours compared to the following months, leading to shorter days. Rain comes sporadically throughout the month, while occasional brisk winds stir up the quiet winter setting. January marks a calm introduction to the year in Columbus, setting the stage for a gradual rise in temperatures to begin.

Temperature

Columbus's coldest month, January, registers temperatures that range from a high of 51.4°F (10.8°C) to a low of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Columbus is 76%.

Rainfall

In Columbus, Mississippi, in January, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Columbus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.4 days and collects up to 11.06" (281mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall in Columbus. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.08" (2mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 14min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Columbus. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during January leads to these advisories:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Columbus?

The coldest period in Columbus, Mississippi, is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and a low of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

What is the temperature in January in Columbus?

In January, in Columbus, the average high-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Columbus?

In Columbus, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January in Columbus?

In Columbus, Mississippi, in January, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Columbus?

The months with the most snowfall in Columbus are January and December, with an average 0.08" (2mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Columbus in January?

In Columbus, Mississippi, during January, snow falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

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

In January, the average day length in Columbus, Mississippi, is 10h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Columbus?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Columbus, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Columbus have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Columbus is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Columbus?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Columbus?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Columbus, MS

Average temperature in January - Columbus, MS
  • Average high temperature in January: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Columbus, MS

Average pressure in January - Columbus, 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
Columbus, MS

Average wind speed in January - Columbus, MS
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Columbus, MS

Average humidity in January - Columbus, MS
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Columbus, MS

Average rainfall in January - Columbus, MS
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.98"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February, April and December (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in January
Columbus, MS

Average rainfall days in January - Columbus, MS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Columbus, MS

Average snowfall in January - Columbus, MS
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.08"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Columbus, MS

Average snowfall days in January - Columbus, MS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 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
Columbus, MS

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Columbus, MS
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Columbus, MS

Average sunshine days in January - Columbus, MS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Columbus, MS

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Columbus, MS

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

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

Average visibility in January
Columbus, MS

Average visibility in January - Columbus, 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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