January weather forecast
Oak Ridge, NC

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Weather in January

January, like December, is another chilly winter month in Oak Ridge, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In Oak Ridge, the average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

In Oak Ridge, in January, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Oak Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156 days and collects up to 30.08" (764mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Oak Ridge are January through March, November and December. In Oak Ridge, North Carolina, in January, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 8 snowfall days, and 7.01" (178mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Oak Ridge is 10h and 2min.
On the first day of January in Oak Ridge, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:30 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 Oak Ridge, North Carolina, the average sunshine in January is 5.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during January translates into these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Oak Ridge?

Oak Ridge's temperature records reveal January as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and lows of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What are the temperatures in Oak Ridge in January?

Oak Ridge in January has an average high-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Oak Ridge?

The average relative humidity in January in Oak Ridge is 72%.

How much does it rain in Oak Ridge in January?

In Oak Ridge, North Carolina, in January, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Oak Ridge in January?

In Oak Ridge, North Carolina, during January, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Oak Ridge have in January?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in January in Oak Ridge?

On the first day of January in Oak Ridge, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:30 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 many hours of sunshine does Oak Ridge have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Oak Ridge?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January in Oak Ridge?

In Oak Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Oak Ridge, NC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Oak Ridge, NC

Average pressure in January - Oak Ridge, 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
Oak Ridge, NC

Average wind speed in January - Oak Ridge, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in January
Oak Ridge, NC

Average humidity in January - Oak Ridge, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Oak Ridge, NC

Average rainfall in January - Oak Ridge, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").

Average rainfall days in January
Oak Ridge, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Oak Ridge, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in January
Oak Ridge, NC

Average snowfall in January - Oak Ridge, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Oak Ridge, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Oak Ridge, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 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
Oak Ridge, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Oak Ridge, 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Oak Ridge, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Oak Ridge, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Oak Ridge, NC

Average UV index in January - Oak Ridge, 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
Oak Ridge, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Oak Ridge, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in January
Oak Ridge, NC

Average visibility in January - Oak Ridge, 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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