January weather forecast
Etowah, NC

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another chilly winter month in Etowah, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 44.8°F (7.1°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and a low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

In Etowah, during January, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 180.6 rainfall days, and 36.46" (926mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Etowah, during January, snow falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow. In Etowah, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.3 days and aggregates up to 11.97" (304mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 6min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

January, February 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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Etowah?

Temperature readings in Etowah reach their annual highs in January, averaging 44.8°F (7.1°C) and a minimum average of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average January temperature in Etowah?

The high-temperature during January is 44.8°F (7.1°C) and the low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity in Etowah is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Etowah, in January, during 13.3 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Etowah, in January, during 3.4 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:57 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February 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 January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Etowah, NC

Average temperature in January - Etowah, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Etowah, NC

Average pressure in January - Etowah, 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
Etowah, NC

Average wind speed in January - Etowah, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Etowah, NC

Average humidity in January - Etowah, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Etowah, NC

Average rainfall in January - Etowah, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in January
Etowah, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Etowah, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Etowah, NC

Average snowfall in January - Etowah, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Etowah, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Etowah, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Etowah, NC
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Etowah, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Etowah, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Etowah, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Etowah, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Etowah, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Etowah, NC

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

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

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