January weather forecast
Elk Park, NC

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Elk Park, North Carolina, is a wintry winter month, with an average temperature varying between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a minimum temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Elk Park, North Carolina, is 79%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout January, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elk Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178 days and collects up to 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elk Park, in January, snow falls for 12.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.57" (116mm) of snow. In Elk Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.4 days and aggregates up to 22.01" (559mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elk Park, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C), is considered the coldest month in Elk Park.

Is January cold?

During January, Elk Park experiences an average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 79%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Elk Park, during January, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 12.3 days. Throughout January, 4.57" (116mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Elk Park have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Elk Park?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Elk Park, NC

Average temperature in January - Elk Park, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Elk Park, NC

Average pressure in January - Elk Park, 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
Elk Park, NC

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in January
Elk Park, NC

Average humidity in January - Elk Park, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Elk Park, NC

Average rainfall in January - Elk Park, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in January
Elk Park, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Elk Park, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Elk Park, NC

Average snowfall in January - Elk Park, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 4.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Elk Park, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Elk Park, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Elk Park, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elk Park, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Elk Park, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Elk Park, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

Average UV index in January
Elk Park, NC

Average UV index in January - Elk Park, 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
Elk Park, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Elk Park, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Elk Park, NC

Average visibility in January - Elk Park, NC
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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