January weather forecast
Mount Airy, NC

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another chilly winter month in Mount Airy, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and max 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

In Mount Airy, in January, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.6 rainfall days, and 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Mount Airy, in January, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Mount Airy, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.1 days and aggregates up to 8.98" (228mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Mount Airy, 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 in Mount Airy. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

January is the month when Mount Airy sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Is it cold during January?

In Mount Airy, in January, the average high-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

How much does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout January, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Mount Airy, in January, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Airy have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 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 are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Mount Airy, NC

Average temperature in January - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Mount Airy, NC

Average pressure in January - Mount Airy, 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
Mount Airy, NC

Average wind speed in January - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.9mph

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
Mount Airy, NC

Average humidity in January - Mount Airy, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in January
Mount Airy, NC

Average rainfall in January - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in January
Mount Airy, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Mount Airy, NC

Average snowfall in January - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Mount Airy, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Mount Airy, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Mount Airy, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Mount Airy, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in January
Mount Airy, NC

Average UV index in January - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average UV index in January: 2

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

Average cloud cover in January
Mount Airy, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Mount Airy, NC

Average visibility in January - Mount Airy, NC
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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