January weather forecast
Forest City, NC

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another chilly winter month in Forest City, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.3°F (8.5°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Forest City, during January, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. In Forest City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138 days and collects up to 17.91" (455mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Forest City, in January, snow falls for 1.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Forest City, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.4 days and aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Forest City, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 5min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Forest City, the average sunshine in January is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Forest City?

The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the usual temperature for Forest City in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Forest City, is 47.3°F (8.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Forest City, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Forest City, in January, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Forest City?

In January, it is snowing for 1.1 days. Throughout January, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Forest City, the average day length in January is 10h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Forest City have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Forest City?

January 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 Forest City, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Forest City, NC

Average temperature in January - Forest City, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Forest City, NC

Average pressure in January - Forest City, 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
Forest City, NC

Average wind speed in January - Forest City, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Forest City, NC

Average humidity in January - Forest City, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Forest City, NC

Average rainfall in January - Forest City, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").

Average rainfall days in January
Forest City, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Forest City, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Forest City, NC

Average snowfall in January - Forest City, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Forest City, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Forest City, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Forest City, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Forest City, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Forest City, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Forest City, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).

Average UV index in January
Forest City, NC

Average UV index in January - Forest City, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Forest City, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Forest City, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Forest City, NC

Average visibility in January - Forest City, 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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