January weather forecast
Fairplains, NC

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a frosty winter month in Fairplains, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 42.8°F (6°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

In Fairplains, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 42.8°F (6°C) and a low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Fairplains, North Carolina, during January, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In Fairplains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171 days and collects up to 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Fairplains, North Carolina, during January, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.5 snowfall days, and 8.11" (206mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 2min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and a low temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C), is generally the coldest month in Fairplains.

How cold is it in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in Fairplains, records 42.8°F (6°C), while the low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

In Fairplains, in January, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Fairplains, North Carolina, during January, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fairplains have in January?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Fairplains?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairplains have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.6h.

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 Fairplains?

In Fairplains, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Fairplains, NC

Average temperature in January - Fairplains, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Fairplains, NC

Average pressure in January - Fairplains, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"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
Fairplains, NC

Average wind speed in January - Fairplains, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Fairplains, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in January
Fairplains, NC

Average rainfall in January - Fairplains, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
Fairplains, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Fairplains, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Fairplains, NC

Average snowfall in January - Fairplains, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Fairplains, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Fairplains, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Fairplains, 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 4min

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

Average sunshine days in January
Fairplains, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Fairplains, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Fairplains, NC

Average UV index in January - Fairplains, 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
Fairplains, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Fairplains, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Fairplains, NC

Average visibility in January - Fairplains, NC
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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