January weather forecast
Harrisburg, NC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Harrisburg, North Carolina, is another chilly winter month, with an average temperature ranging between max 48.2°F (9°C) and min 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

January, marked by an average high-temperature of 48.2°F (9°C) and a low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

In Harrisburg, in January, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Harrisburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.7 days and collects up to 32.13" (816mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. In Harrisburg, during January, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5.3 snowfall days, and 5.59" (142mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 5min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Harrisburg, the average sunshine in January is 5.5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, January is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January is the month when Harrisburg experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 48.2°F (9°C) and a low of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average January temperature?

In January, in Harrisburg, the average high-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In Harrisburg, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Harrisburg, in January, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, in Harrisburg, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout January, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In January, the average day length is 10h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Harrisburg have in January?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Harrisburg, NC

Average temperature in January - Harrisburg, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in January
Harrisburg, NC

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Harrisburg, NC

Average wind speed in January - Harrisburg, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Harrisburg, NC

Average humidity in January - Harrisburg, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Harrisburg, NC

Average rainfall in January - Harrisburg, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.64"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
Harrisburg, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Harrisburg, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Harrisburg, NC

Average snowfall in January - Harrisburg, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Harrisburg, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Harrisburg, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Harrisburg, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Harrisburg, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Harrisburg, NC

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Harrisburg, NC

Average UV index in January - Harrisburg, 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
Harrisburg, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Harrisburg, NC

Average visibility in January - Harrisburg, 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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