January weather forecast
Fountain, NC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Fountain, North Carolina, is another chilly winter month, with an average temperature varying between 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

January brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and an average low of 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. In Fountain, in January, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Fountain, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.7 days and aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and a low of 34°F (1.1°C).

What is the temperature in January?

An average high-temperature, in January, in Fountain, is 48.9°F (9.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C).

What is the least humid month in Fountain?

January is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 9.3 days and typically collects 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout January, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fountain in January?

In January, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout January, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Fountain have in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Fountain have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January in Fountain?

In Fountain, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Fountain, NC

Average temperature in January - Fountain, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 48.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34°F).

Average pressure in January
Fountain, NC

Average pressure in January - Fountain, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Fountain, NC

Average wind speed in January - Fountain, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in January
Fountain, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Fountain, NC

Average rainfall in January - Fountain, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.42").

Average rainfall days in January
Fountain, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Fountain, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Fountain, NC

Average snowfall in January - Fountain, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Fountain, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Fountain, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.6 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
Fountain, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Fountain, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Fountain, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Fountain, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Fountain, NC

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Fountain, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Fountain, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Fountain, NC

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

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

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