January weather forecast
Ararat, NC

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a frosty winter month in Ararat, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

In Ararat, in January, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.6 rainfall days, and 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ararat are January through April, November and December. In Ararat, in January, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Ararat, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.1 days and aggregates up to 8.98" (228mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Temperature readings in Ararat, North Carolina, reach their annual highs in January, averaging 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a minimum average of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

How cold does it get in January?

In January, in Ararat, the average high-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Ararat?

In Ararat, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout January, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Ararat, during January, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Ararat?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Ararat, NC

Average temperature in January - Ararat, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Ararat, NC

Average pressure in January - Ararat, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Ararat, NC

Average wind speed in January - Ararat, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Ararat, NC

Average humidity in January - Ararat, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Ararat, NC

Average rainfall in January - Ararat, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in January
Ararat, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Ararat, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ararat, NC

Average snowfall in January - Ararat, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ararat, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Ararat, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Ararat, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ararat, NC
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ararat, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Ararat, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Ararat, NC

Average UV index in January - Ararat, NC
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Ararat, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Ararat, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Ararat, NC

Average visibility in January - Ararat, NC
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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