January weather forecast
North Wilkesboro, NC

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another chilly winter month in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and an average high of 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

North Wilkesboro reaches its lowest average temperatures in January, measuring 42.8°F (6°C) at the peak and 27.7°F (-2.4°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In North Wilkesboro, in January, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171 days and collects up to 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In North Wilkesboro, during January, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.5 snowfall days, and 8.11" (206mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 2min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

In North Wilkesboro, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during January translates into the following directions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in North Wilkesboro?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C), is considered the coldest month.

How cold does it get in January?

The high-temperature, in January, in North Wilkesboro, records 42.8°F (6°C), while the low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in January in North Wilkesboro?

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout January, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January?

In North Wilkesboro, in January, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does North Wilkesboro have in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.6h.

When is 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average temperature in January - North Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in January
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average pressure in January - North Wilkesboro, 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
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average wind speed in January - North Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in January
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average humidity in January - North Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in January
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average rainfall in January - North Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.05").

Average rainfall days in January
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average rainfall days in January - North Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average snowfall in January - North Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.61"

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

Average snowfall days in January
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average snowfall days in January - North Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - North Wilkesboro, 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
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average sunshine days in January - North Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in January
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average UV index in January - North Wilkesboro, 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
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average cloud cover in January - North Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 38

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

Average visibility in January
North Wilkesboro, NC

Average visibility in January - North Wilkesboro, NC
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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