January weather forecast
Jackson, NC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Jackson, North Carolina, is another chilly winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

Jackson notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a high average of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and a low of 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

January and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout January, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149 rainfall days, and 24.02" (610mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. In Jackson, during January, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Jackson, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.2 days and aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.6h.

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In January, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in January, averaging 46.9°F (8.3°C) and a minimum average of 32°F (0°C).

What is the usual temperature for Jackson in January?

The high-temperature during January is 46.9°F (8.3°C) and the low-temperature is 32°F (0°C).

What are the least humid months?

January and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Jackson, in January, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Jackson?

In Jackson, during January, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In Jackson, North Carolina, the average day length in January is 10h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January in Jackson?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Jackson, NC

Average temperature in January - Jackson, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 32°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 (32°F).

Average pressure in January
Jackson, NC

Average pressure in January - Jackson, 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
Jackson, NC

Average wind speed in January - Jackson, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Jackson, NC

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Jackson, NC

Average rainfall in January - Jackson, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.38").

Average rainfall days in January
Jackson, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Jackson, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Jackson, NC

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

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

Average snowfall days in January
Jackson, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Jackson, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
Jackson, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Jackson, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Jackson, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Jackson, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Jackson, NC

Average UV index in January - Jackson, 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
Jackson, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Jackson, NC

Average visibility in January - Jackson, 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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