January weather forecast
Mars Hill, NC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Mars Hill, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and max 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In Mars Hill, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

Rainfall

In Mars Hill, in January, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 197.7 rainfall days, and 40" (1016mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mars Hill, during January, snow falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.06" (154mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Mars Hill, North Carolina, there are 39 snowfall days, and 26.14" (664mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mars Hill, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Mars Hill.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mars Hill are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in January interprets into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Mars Hill?

January brings the lowest temperatures in Mars Hill, with an average high of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Is January cold in Mars Hill?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in January in Mars Hill?

In Mars Hill, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How much does it rain in Mars Hill in January?

In Mars Hill, North Carolina, during January, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Mars Hill?

In Mars Hill, North Carolina, in January, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 6.06" (154mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mars Hill have in January?

In January, the average day length in Mars Hill, North Carolina, is 10h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Mars Hill?

On the first day of January in Mars Hill, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Mars Hill?

January has the least sunshine of the year in Mars Hill, North Carolina, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Mars Hill?

In Mars Hill, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Mars Hill?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Mars Hill?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Mars Hill, NC

Average temperature in January - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in January
Mars Hill, NC

Average pressure in January - Mars Hill, 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
Mars Hill, NC

Average wind speed in January - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Mars Hill, NC

Average humidity in January - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

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

Average rainfall in January
Mars Hill, NC

Average rainfall in January - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.52").

Average rainfall days in January
Mars Hill, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in January
Mars Hill, NC

Average snowfall in January - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Mars Hill, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mars Hill, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mars Hill, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in January
Mars Hill, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.9 days).

Average UV index in January
Mars Hill, NC

Average UV index in January - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Mars Hill, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in January
Mars Hill, NC

Average visibility in January - Mars Hill, NC
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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