January weather forecast
Greenville, NC

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another chilly winter month in Greenville, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Temperature

Greenville's coldest temperatures are experienced in January, with average high temperatures of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and lows of 33.4°F (0.8°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 10.6 days and accumulates 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. In Greenville, in January, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Greenville, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.5 days and aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Greenville, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 4min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in January translates into these instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Temperature records mark January as the coldest month, with highs averaging 48.9°F (9.4°C) and lows at 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average January temperature?

During January, Greenville experiences an average high-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and a low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall in Greenville is January, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically collects 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In Greenville, in January, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in January?

In Greenville, in January, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Greenville have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in January in Greenville?

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

What is the month with 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 reading in January?

In Greenville, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Greenville, NC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 33.4°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 (33.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Greenville, NC

Average pressure in January - Greenville, 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
Greenville, NC

Average wind speed in January - Greenville, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Greenville, NC

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Greenville, NC

Average rainfall in January - Greenville, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in January
Greenville, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Greenville, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Greenville, NC

Average snowfall in January - Greenville, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Greenville, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
Greenville, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Greenville, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Greenville, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Greenville, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Greenville, NC

Average UV index in January - Greenville, 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
Greenville, NC

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

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
Greenville, NC

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

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

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