January weather forecast
Gates, NC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Gates, North Carolina, is another chilly winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and an average low of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 75%, January is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Gates, in January, during 12 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gates, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.1 days and collects up to 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Gates. In Gates, in January, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.9 snowfall days, and 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 0min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Gates is 5.5h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the 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 Gates?

January, with its average high-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C), holds the record as the coldest month.

What is the temperature in January?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Gates?

The least humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout January, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Gates, during January, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gates have in January?

In Gates, the average day length in January is 10h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gates, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Gates, NC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Gates, NC

Average pressure in January - Gates, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.12"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
Gates, NC

Average wind speed in January - Gates, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Gates, NC

Average humidity in January - Gates, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (75%).

Average rainfall in January
Gates, NC

Average rainfall in January - Gates, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in January
Gates, NC

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Gates, NC

Average snowfall in January - Gates, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Gates, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Gates, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 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
Gates, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Gates, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Gates, NC

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in January
Gates, NC

Average UV index in January - Gates, 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
Gates, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Gates, NC

Average visibility in January - Gates, 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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