January weather forecast
Boone, NC

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The townscape of the scenic city of Boone, North Carolina
The townscape of the scenic city of Boone, North Carolina

Weather in January

Boone, North Carolina, starts a new year with a brisk winter vibe, characterized by a mix of snow and rain. Snowfall is a dominant feature of the month, settling at 6.1" (155mm) over the span of approximately 9 days. The month's chill is somewhat cushioned by middle-of-the-road relative humidity and the occasional sunshine. As January leads into the second month of the year, the weather shows subtle signs of warming up. By comparison to December, January's weather carries an almost identical profile.

Temperature

January, having an average high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In Boone, North Carolina, in January, during 13.6 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Boone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.6 days and collects up to 34.88" (886mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Boone. In Boone, during January, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.1" (155mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.8 snowfall days, and 28.19" (716mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 2min.
On the first day of January in Boone, 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.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Boone are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Boone. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Boone?

January, on average, is the coldest month in Boone, North Carolina, registering a high temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Is it cold in Boone during January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Boone are 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Boone?

In Boone, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in January is 77%.

How many days does it rain in January in Boone?

In Boone, in January, during 13.6 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Boone?

In January, in Boone, North Carolina, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout January, 6.1" (155mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Boone have in January?

In January, the average day length in Boone, North Carolina, is 10h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Boone?

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 in Boone?

The months with the least sunshine in Boone, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Boone have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Boone, North Carolina, is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Boone?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Boone?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Boone is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Boone, NC

Average temperature in January - Boone, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Boone, NC

Average pressure in January - Boone, 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
Boone, NC

Average wind speed in January - Boone, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Boone, NC

Average humidity in January - Boone, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

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

Average rainfall in January
Boone, NC

Average rainfall in January - Boone, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
Boone, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Boone, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Boone, NC

Average snowfall in January - Boone, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Boone, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Boone, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Boone, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Boone, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Boone, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Boone, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Boone, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Boone, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Boone, NC

Average visibility in January - Boone, NC
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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