January weather forecast
Polkton, NC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is a cool winter month in Polkton, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 50°F (10°C).

Temperature

In Polkton, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 50°F (10°C) and a low of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Polkton, during January, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.8 rainfall days, and 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Polkton. In Polkton, during January, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Polkton, there are 2.6 snowfall days, and 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of January, in Polkton, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January in Polkton is 5.5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, January is the month with the lowest UV index in Polkton, North Carolina. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in January transforms into the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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 Polkton?

Polkton's January weather, with an average high temperature of 50°F (10°C) and an average low temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

What is the temperature in January in Polkton?

The high-temperature, in January, in Polkton, records 50°F (10°C), while the low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Polkton?

The average relative humidity in January in Polkton is 72%.

How much does it rain in Polkton in January?

In Polkton, North Carolina, during January, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January in Polkton?

In Polkton, North Carolina, during January, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Polkton have in January?

In Polkton, North Carolina, the average day length in January is 10h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Polkton?

On the first day of January in Polkton, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:48 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Polkton have in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Polkton?

With an average maximum UV index of 2, January is the month with the lowest UV index in Polkton, North Carolina.

How high is the UV index in January in Polkton?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Polkton, 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 temperature in January
Polkton, NC

Average temperature in January - Polkton, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in January
Polkton, NC

Average pressure in January - Polkton, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Polkton, NC

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in January
Polkton, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Polkton, NC

Average rainfall in January - Polkton, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.85").

Average rainfall days in January
Polkton, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Polkton, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8 days).

Average snowfall in January
Polkton, NC

Average snowfall in January - Polkton, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Polkton, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Polkton, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 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
Polkton, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Polkton, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Polkton, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Polkton, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Polkton, NC

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

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

Average cloud cover in January
Polkton, NC

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Polkton, NC

Average visibility in January - Polkton, 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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