January weather forecast
Gaston, NC

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another chilly winter month in Gaston, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

In Gaston, January is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and a low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

January, April, July and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Gaston.

Rainfall

In Gaston, North Carolina, in January, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.2 rainfall days, and 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Gaston. In Gaston, North Carolina, in January, during 1.9 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 6.4 snowfall days, and 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gaston, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 0min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Gaston?

January, with average temperatures reaching a high of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and a low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C), is the coldest month in Gaston, North Carolina.

What is the usual temperature for Gaston in January?

During January, Gaston experiences an average high-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and a low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

What is the least humid month in Gaston?

The months with the lowest humidity in Gaston are January, April, July and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in January in Gaston?

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in Gaston in January?

In Gaston, in January, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Gaston in January?

In Gaston, North Carolina, during January, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January in Gaston?

In Gaston, North Carolina, the average day length in January is 10h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Gaston?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Gaston?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Gaston?

The average sunshine duration in January in Gaston is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gaston?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Gaston?

In Gaston, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Gaston, NC

Average temperature in January - Gaston, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Gaston, NC

Average pressure in January - Gaston, 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
Gaston, NC

Average wind speed in January - Gaston, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Gaston, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April, July and November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Gaston, NC

Average rainfall in January - Gaston, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
Gaston, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Gaston, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Gaston, NC

Average snowfall in January - Gaston, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.83"

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

Average snowfall days in January
Gaston, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Gaston, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Gaston, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Gaston, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Gaston, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Gaston, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Gaston, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Gaston, NC

Average visibility in January - Gaston, 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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