January weather forecast
Natchez, MS

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A long bridge over the Mississippi River in Natchez, seen with the colorful sunset sky in a nice mirror image in the river water
A long bridge over the Mississippi River in Natchez, seen with the colorful sunset sky in a nice mirror image in the river water

Weather in January

Kicking off the year in Natchez, Mississippi, January's weather leans towards substance with a mix of mild temperatures and heavy showers. The temperatures range from a low of 40.6°F (4.8°C) to a high of 55.9°F (13.3°C), making winter wear a constant companion. Humidity plays a key role, leading to a maximum monthly rainfall of 3.35" (85mm). January's trademark thick fog can limit visibility, often causing delays in early morning commuters. That aside, January ends on a memorable note with minimal snowfall barely reaching 0.43" (11mm) and less sunlit days.

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures in Natchez, with an average high of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and an average low of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Natchez, Mississippi, is 78%.

Rainfall

In Natchez, during January, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.8 rainfall days, and 37.52" (953mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Natchez, Mississippi, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of January, in Natchez, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Natchez, Mississippi. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in January leads to these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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 Natchez?

In Natchez, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and a low of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

What are January temperatures in Natchez?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and a low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Natchez?

In Natchez, Mississippi, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How much does it rain in Natchez in January?

In Natchez, in January, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Natchez?

January is the month with the most snowfall in Natchez. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Natchez in January?

In Natchez, Mississippi, during January, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Natchez?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:38 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Natchez have in January?

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Natchez?

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

Average temperature in January - Natchez, MS
  • Average high temperature in January: 55.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Natchez, MS

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

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

Average wind speed in January
Natchez, MS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Natchez, MS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Natchez, MS

Average rainfall in January - Natchez, MS
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

Average rainfall days in January
Natchez, MS

Average rainfall days in January - Natchez, MS
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Natchez, MS

Average snowfall in January - Natchez, MS
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Natchez, MS

Average snowfall days in January - Natchez, 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
Natchez, MS

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Natchez, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Natchez, MS

Average sunshine days in January - Natchez, MS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Natchez, MS

Average UV index in January - Natchez, 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
Natchez, MS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Natchez, MS

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

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

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