January weather forecast
Elk Valley, NC

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Elk Valley, North Carolina, is another cold winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.8°F (3.8°C) and min 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Elk Valley is 79%.

Rainfall

In Elk Valley, in January, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 178 rainfall days, and 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In January, it is snowing for 12.3 days. Throughout January, 4.57" (116mm) of snow is accumulated. In Elk Valley, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.4 days and aggregates up to 22.01" (559mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elk Valley, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 2min.
On the first day of January in Elk Valley, North Carolina, 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.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Elk Valley is January, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Elk Valley 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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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 Elk Valley?

The lowest temperatures in Elk Valley, North Carolina, are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Is it cold in Elk Valley during January?

Elk Valley in January has an average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Elk Valley?

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

How many days does it rain in January in Elk Valley?

In January, in Elk Valley, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout January, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Elk Valley?

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

How many hours of daylight does Elk Valley have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Elk Valley?

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 in Elk Valley?

The month with the least sunshine in Elk Valley is January, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

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

In Elk Valley, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Elk Valley?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Elk Valley?

In Elk Valley, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Elk Valley, NC

Average temperature in January - Elk Valley, 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 Valley, NC

Average pressure in January - Elk Valley, 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 Valley, NC

Average wind speed in January - Elk Valley, 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 Valley, NC

Average humidity in January - Elk Valley, 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 Valley, NC

Average rainfall in January - Elk Valley, 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 Valley, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Elk Valley, 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 Valley, NC

Average snowfall in January - Elk Valley, 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 Valley, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Elk Valley, 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 Valley, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Elk Valley, 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 Valley, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Elk Valley, 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 Valley, NC

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

Average cloud cover in January - Elk Valley, 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 Valley, NC

Average visibility in January - Elk Valley, 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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