January weather forecast
Laurel, MS

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Weather in January

January commences with crisp winter mornings and often cloudy skies in Laurel, Mississippi. As the thermometer reaches to a peak of 55.8°F (13.2°C), the occasion of rain is frequent, contributing to more or less 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation throughout the month. Frigid winds sweep across the city, necessitating multiple layers of clothing for warmth. While snowfall is rare, winter's influence is still felt, particularly in the lower temperatures of the early morning and late evening. Comparatively, January is colder and has a higher occurrence of precipitation than the upcoming February.

Temperature

The month of January, characterized by an average high of 55.8°F (13.2°C) and a low of 38.7°F (3.7°C), is recognized as the coldest.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Laurel, during January, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. In Laurel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.7 days and collects up to 23.94" (608mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Laurel are January through March and December. January is the month with the most snowfall in Laurel. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Laurel, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 22min.
On the first day of January in Laurel, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Laurel is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Laurel, Mississippi, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in January translates into these instructions:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Laurel?

January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 55.8°F (13.2°C) and a low of 38.7°F (3.7°C).

What is the average January temperature in Laurel?

In Laurel, in January, the average high-temperature is 55.8°F (13.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Laurel?

The average relative humidity in January in Laurel is 77%.

How many days does it rain in January in Laurel?

In Laurel, Mississippi, in January, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Laurel?

The month with the most snowfall in Laurel is January, when snow falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January in Laurel?

In Laurel, Mississippi, in January, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Laurel have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Laurel?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:29 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Laurel have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Laurel?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Laurel, MS

Average temperature in January - Laurel, MS
  • Average high temperature in January: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 38.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Laurel, MS

Average pressure in January - Laurel, 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
Laurel, MS

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Laurel, MS

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Laurel, MS

Average rainfall in January - Laurel, MS
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").

Average rainfall days in January
Laurel, MS

Average rainfall days in January - Laurel, MS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Laurel, MS

Average snowfall in January - Laurel, MS
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.28"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Laurel, MS

Average snowfall days in January - Laurel, 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, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Laurel, 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 months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Laurel, MS

Average sunshine days in January - Laurel, MS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Laurel, MS

Average UV index in January - Laurel, 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
Laurel, MS

Average cloud cover in January - Laurel, MS
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Laurel, MS

Average visibility in January - Laurel, MS
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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