January weather forecast
Carolina Beach, NC

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Weather in January

The start of the year brings a blend of moderate temperatures and increased rainfalls to Carolina Beach, North Carolina. This time of the year is marked by gently cool days that transition into relatively chilly nights. It's a period in the year when residents could experience some of the coldest temperatures, between 43.5°F (6.4°C) to 55°F (12.8°C), along with a slight forecast for snowfall. People visiting Carolina Beach in January should pack for cooler weather and be prepared for the possibility of a slight drizzle. Beach activities might be less appealing due to these weather conditions, but land-based activities are reliable alternatives.

Temperature

Carolina Beach, North Carolina, witnesses the coldest weather in January, with temperatures averaging a high of 55°F (12.8°C) and a low of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Carolina Beach are January, March, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 6.8 days and typically collects 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Carolina Beach are January and February. The month with the most snowfall days in Carolina Beach is January, when snow falls for 0.2 days.

Ocean temperature

In January, the average ocean temperature in Carolina Beach is 60.8°F (16°C).
Note: A majority do not enjoy swimming in water at 60.8°F (16°C). The difficulty in controlling breathing increases progressively as the temperature dips below 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Carolina Beach is 10h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during January translates into the following directions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Carolina Beach?

Carolina Beach's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 55°F (12.8°C) to a low of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

What are the temperatures in Carolina Beach in January?

January temperatures in Carolina Beach, North Carolina, vary between a high-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C) and a low-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

What is the least humid month in Carolina Beach?

January, March, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in January in Carolina Beach?

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

What is the driest month in Carolina Beach?

The month with the least rainfall in Carolina Beach is January, when the rain falls for 6.8 days and typically collects 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Carolina Beach?

In Carolina Beach, North Carolina, during January, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Carolina Beach?

The month with the most snowfall days is January, when snow falls for 0.2 days.

When does it start snowing in Carolina Beach?

January is the first month it typically snows in Carolina Beach. Throughout January, there are 0.2 snowfall days.

What is the ocean temperature in January in Carolina Beach?

In Carolina Beach, North Carolina, in January, the average water temperature is 60.8°F (16°C). For most, swimming in 60.8°F (16°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

What is the average length of the day in January in Carolina Beach?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Carolina Beach?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Carolina Beach, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Carolina Beach?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Carolina Beach?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Carolina Beach?

The month with the lowest UV index in Carolina Beach, North Carolina, is January, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Carolina Beach?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Carolina Beach, North Carolina, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Carolina Beach, NC

Average temperature in January - Carolina Beach, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 55°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Carolina Beach, NC

Average pressure in January - Carolina Beach, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Carolina Beach, NC

Average wind speed in January - Carolina Beach, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 11.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Carolina Beach, NC

Average humidity in January - Carolina Beach, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July, August and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Carolina Beach, NC

Average rainfall in January - Carolina Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in January
Carolina Beach, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Carolina Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.3 days).

Average snowfall days in January
Carolina Beach, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Carolina Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Carolina Beach, NC

Average sea temperature in January - Carolina Beach, NC
  • Average sea temperature in January: 60.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (82.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (57.5°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Carolina Beach, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Carolina Beach, NC
  • 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Carolina Beach, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Carolina Beach, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in January
Carolina Beach, NC

Average UV index in January - Carolina Beach, NC
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Carolina Beach, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Carolina Beach, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Carolina Beach, NC

Average visibility in January - Carolina Beach, NC
  • 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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