January weather forecast
Hatteras, NC

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Weather in January

The weather in Hatteras, North Carolina transitions from the relatively cool conditions of winter to the slightly warmer climate of February. Citizen experience 10.1 hours of daylight with 5.4 hours of sunshine. The daily pressure is steady, averaging 30.11" (765mm) - keeping things calm. Sea temperature measures 63°F (17.2°C), giving fishermen good reason to venture out on the waters. An interesting note is that the wind picks up a bit with average speeds of 16.4mph (26.4km/h) and wind gusts that max out at 23.2mph (37.3km/h).

Temperature

In Hatteras, January records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 54.5°F (12.5°C) and reaching a low of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

In Hatteras, the average relative humidity in January is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Hatteras is January, when the rain falls for 6.3 days and typically collects 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. The months with the most snowfall days in Hatteras are January through March and December, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.

Ocean temperature

In Hatteras, in January, the average water temperature is 62.6°F (17°C).
Note: The majority find it unenjoyable to swim in 62.6°F (17°C). Breathing becomes tougher as the water temperature descends under 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of January, in Hatteras, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In January, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is January, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during January leads to these advisories:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, recording an average high temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and a low temperature of 46°F (7.8°C), is Hatteras's coldest month.

What are the temperatures in January?

In January, in Hatteras, the average high-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 75%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 6.3 days and typically collects 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Hatteras?

In Hatteras, during January, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall days are January through March and December, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.

How many days does it snow in January?

In January, snow falls for 0.1 days.

How cold is the water in January?

In January, the average ocean temperature is 62.6°F (17°C). For most, swimming in 62.6°F (17°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

How many hours of daylight does Hatteras have in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Hatteras, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Hatteras, NC

Average temperature in January - Hatteras, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46°F).

Average pressure in January
Hatteras, NC

Average pressure in January - Hatteras, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Hatteras, NC

Average wind speed in January - Hatteras, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 16.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (17mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12mph).

Average humidity in January
Hatteras, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Hatteras, NC

Average rainfall in January - Hatteras, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in January
Hatteras, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Hatteras, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall days in January
Hatteras, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Hatteras, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February, March and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Hatteras, NC

Average sea temperature in January - Hatteras, NC
  • Average sea temperature in January: 63°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (81°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (61°F).

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

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Hatteras, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in January
Hatteras, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Hatteras, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 22.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Hatteras, NC

Average UV index in January - Hatteras, NC
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Hatteras, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Hatteras, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in January
Hatteras, NC

Average visibility in January - Hatteras, 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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