January weather forecast
Tunica, MS

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Weather in January

With temperatures averaging between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C), unpredictability wraps the first month of the year in Tunica, Mississippi. The modest chill of January can escalate to drizzle, with frequent instances of rainfall turning the city into a canvas decorated with dew drops. A low UV index indicates minimal protection is needed from the sun as its intensity is not as extreme as during the summer months. January also collects a respectable amount of snow, which winds carry across the bustling streets of Tunica. With subtle sunshine hours and increased cloud cover, January makes a calm beginning in Tunica.

Temperature

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 47.8°F (8.8°C) and as low as 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Tunica, Mississippi, during January, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. In Tunica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.8 days and collects up to 43.35" (1101mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout January, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated. In Tunica, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.1 days and aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 8min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February 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 rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in January translates into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

January is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 47.8°F (8.8°C) and as low as 35.1°F (1.7°C).

What are the temperatures in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 47.8°F (8.8°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout January, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Tunica, in January, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Tunica have in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:29 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Tunica, MS

Average temperature in January - Tunica, MS
  • Average high temperature in January: 47.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Tunica, MS

Average pressure in January - Tunica, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Tunica, MS

Average wind speed in January - Tunica, MS
  • Average wind speed in January: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Tunica, MS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in January
Tunica, MS

Average rainfall in January - Tunica, MS
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (5.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in January
Tunica, MS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Tunica, MS

Average snowfall in January - Tunica, MS
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Tunica, MS

Average snowfall days in January - Tunica, MS
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.8 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
Tunica, MS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in January
Tunica, MS

Average sunshine days in January - Tunica, MS
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Tunica, MS

Average UV index in January - Tunica, 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
Tunica, MS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in January
Tunica, MS

Average visibility in January - Tunica, 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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