January weather forecast
Lexington, NC

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a frosty winter month in Lexington, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In Lexington, the average relative humidity in January is 73%.

Rainfall

In Lexington, in January, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lexington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.7 days and collects up to 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Lexington, in January, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.8 snowfall days, and 5.71" (145mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.6h.

UV index

January is the month with the lowest UV index in Lexington, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and a low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What are the temperatures in January?

Lexington in January has an average high-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Lexington?

In January, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Lexington, in January, during 2.2 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Lexington have in January?

The average day length in January in Lexington is 10h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.6h.

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?

In Lexington, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Lexington, NC

Average temperature in January - Lexington, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 46.8°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 (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Lexington, NC

Average pressure in January - Lexington, 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
Lexington, NC

Average wind speed in January - Lexington, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Lexington, NC

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

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

Average rainfall in January
Lexington, NC

Average rainfall in January - Lexington, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").

Average rainfall days in January
Lexington, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Lexington, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lexington, NC

Average snowfall in January - Lexington, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lexington, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Lexington, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 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
Lexington, NC

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

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lexington, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Lexington, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Lexington, NC

Average UV index in January - Lexington, 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
Lexington, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Lexington, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 38

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 29).

Average visibility in January
Lexington, NC

Average visibility in January - Lexington, 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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