January weather forecast
Gastonia, NC

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Weather in January

Weather in Gastonia, North Carolina starts the year with a somewhat chilly temperature. Compared to the warmer months to follow, January sees highs typically reach 48.7°F (9.3°C) while the lows touch a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C). Moisture hangs in the air with significant relative humidity and there's a fair possibility of witnessing some light snowfall. Prepare for the coldest part of the year, as snowstorms may occasionally pass through Gastonia.

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 48.7°F (9.3°C) at the peak and 33.1°F (0.6°C) at the base.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Gastonia, North Carolina, is 72%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout January, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gastonia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164 days and collects up to 32.91" (836mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In January, it is snowing for 1.3 days. Throughout January, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gastonia, there are 4.9 snowfall days, and 5.55" (141mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 6min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Gastonia is 5.5h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gastonia. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Gastonia?

With an average high-temperature of 48.7°F (9.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C), January is the coldest month in Gastonia, North Carolina.

What is the average January temperature in Gastonia?

The high-temperature, in January, in Gastonia, records 48.7°F (9.3°C), while the low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Gastonia?

The average relative humidity in January in Gastonia is 72%.

How much does it rain in Gastonia in January?

In January, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout January, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Gastonia in January?

In Gastonia, in January, during 1.3 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Gastonia?

On the first day of January in Gastonia, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:51 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gastonia have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Gastonia is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Gastonia?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gastonia, North Carolina.

How high is the UV index in January in Gastonia?

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

Average temperature in January - Gastonia, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Gastonia, NC

Average pressure in January - Gastonia, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Gastonia, NC

Average wind speed in January - Gastonia, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Gastonia, NC

Average humidity in January - Gastonia, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Gastonia, NC

Average rainfall in January - Gastonia, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in January
Gastonia, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Gastonia, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Gastonia, NC

Average snowfall in January - Gastonia, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Gastonia, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Gastonia, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 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
Gastonia, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gastonia, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Gastonia, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Gastonia, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Gastonia, NC

Average UV index in January - Gastonia, 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
Gastonia, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Gastonia, NC

Average visibility in January - Gastonia, 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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