January weather forecast
Lowgap, NC

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Lowgap, North Carolina, is a wintry winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Lowgap experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and a low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In Lowgap, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

Rainfall

In January, in Lowgap, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.7 rainfall days, and 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lowgap, in January, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.8 snowfall days, and 16.14" (410mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 0min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during January morphs into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

With average high and low temperatures of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C) respectively, January is Lowgap's coldest month.

Is it cold during January?

In Lowgap, 40.5°F (4.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

In Lowgap, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in January is 76%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout January, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In January, it is snowing for 5.1 days. Throughout January, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 10h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Lowgap?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:47 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in January in Lowgap?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.4h.

What are the months 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.

How high is the UV index in January?

In Lowgap, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Lowgap, NC

Average temperature in January - Lowgap, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Lowgap, NC

Average pressure in January - Lowgap, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Lowgap, NC

Average wind speed in January - Lowgap, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Lowgap, NC

Average humidity in January - Lowgap, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Lowgap, NC

Average rainfall in January - Lowgap, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in January
Lowgap, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Lowgap, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Lowgap, NC

Average snowfall in January - Lowgap, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Lowgap, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Lowgap, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Lowgap, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Lowgap, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Lowgap, NC

Average UV index in January - Lowgap, NC
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Lowgap, NC

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in January
Lowgap, NC

Average visibility in January - Lowgap, NC
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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