January weather forecast
Blowing Rock, NC

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A very tranquil and colorful Broyhill Park near the calm Mayview Lake in Blowing Rock Town, North Carolina
A very tranquil and colorful Broyhill Park near the calm Mayview Lake in Blowing Rock Town, North Carolina

Weather in January

January is the coldest month in Blowing Rock, North Carolina. Significantly lower temperatures typify this time of the year, with a range from 26.1°F (-3.3°C) at night to a high during a day of just 41°F (5°C). The humidity is quite high, which can make the cold feel even more intense. Although rainfall is moderate, snowfall is more common, contributing to the overall chilly ambiance. The winter-sports enthusiasts savor this period due to the cooler weather and continued snowfall.

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 41°F (5°C) at the peak and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) at the base.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Blowing Rock, in January, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 177.2 rainfall days, and 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In January, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout January, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. In Blowing Rock, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.2 days and aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

The coldest temperatures in Blowing Rock occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 41°F (5°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Is January cold?

January temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41°F (5°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How much does it rain in January?

In Blowing Rock, in January, during 12 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Blowing Rock, North Carolina, during January, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Blowing Rock have in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Blowing Rock, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Blowing Rock, NC

Average temperature in January - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Blowing Rock, NC

Average pressure in January - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Blowing Rock, NC

Average wind speed in January - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Blowing Rock, NC

Average humidity in January - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Blowing Rock, NC

Average rainfall in January - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
Blowing Rock, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Blowing Rock, NC

Average snowfall in January - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Blowing Rock, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Blowing Rock, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Blowing Rock, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Blowing Rock, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Blowing Rock, NC

Average UV index in January - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Blowing Rock, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Blowing Rock, NC

Average visibility in January - Blowing Rock, NC
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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