January weather forecast
Little Switzerland, NC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Little Switzerland, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.6°F (4.8°C) and min 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

In Little Switzerland, North Carolina, the month of January is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 77%.

Rainfall

In Little Switzerland, in January, during 10 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Little Switzerland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.4 days and collects up to 35.51" (902mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Little Switzerland, during January, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow. In Little Switzerland, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.7 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Little Switzerland, North Carolina, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Little Switzerland are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Is it cold during January?

In January, in Little Switzerland, the average high-temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout January, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Little Switzerland, during January, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Little Switzerland have in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:53 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Little Switzerland?

January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

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

Average temperature in January - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Little Switzerland, NC

Average pressure in January - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Little Switzerland, NC

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Little Switzerland, NC

Average humidity in January - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in January
Little Switzerland, NC

Average rainfall in January - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Little Switzerland, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Little Switzerland, NC

Average snowfall in January - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Little Switzerland, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Little Switzerland, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Little Switzerland, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Little Switzerland, NC

Average UV index in January - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Little Switzerland, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in January
Little Switzerland, NC

Average visibility in January - Little Switzerland, NC
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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