January weather forecast
Madison, NC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Madison, North Carolina, is a frosty winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C), January stands out as the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout January, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Madison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.2 days and collects up to 28.62" (727mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Madison are January through March, November and December. In January, in Madison, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout January, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Madison, North Carolina, there are 6.4 snowfall days, and 6.26" (159mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Madison is 10h and 1min.
On the first day of January in Madison, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Madison, the average sunshine in January is 5.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. 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. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Madison?

The coldest period is January, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What are the temperatures in Madison in January?

Madison in January has an average high-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Madison?

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

How many days does it rain in January in Madison?

In Madison, in January, during 9.3 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Madison in January?

In Madison, North Carolina, during January, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Madison have in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Madison?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Madison?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Madison?

The months with the lowest UV index in Madison, North Carolina, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in January in Madison?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Madison, North Carolina, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Madison, NC

Average temperature in January - Madison, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Madison, NC

Average pressure in January - Madison, 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
Madison, NC

Average wind speed in January - Madison, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in January
Madison, NC

Average humidity in January - Madison, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Madison, NC

Average rainfall in January - Madison, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.77").

Average rainfall days in January
Madison, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Madison, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Madison, NC

Average snowfall in January - Madison, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Madison, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Madison, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.1 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
Madison, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Madison, 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 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
Madison, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Madison, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Madison, NC

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Madison, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Madison, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Madison, NC

Average visibility in January - Madison, 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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