January weather forecast
Ridgecrest, NC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Ridgecrest, North Carolina, is a frosty winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

January, characterized by an average high temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C), is generally the coldest month.

Humidity

January and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Ridgecrest, North Carolina, in January, during 9.9 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.4 rainfall days, and 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Ridgecrest, during January, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ridgecrest, there are 12.2 snowfall days, and 11.42" (290mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Ridgecrest is 10h and 4min.
On the first day of January in Ridgecrest, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ridgecrest, North Carolina, the average sunshine in January is 5.7h.

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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Ridgecrest?

January, on average, is the coldest month in Ridgecrest, North Carolina, registering a high temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Is it cold in Ridgecrest during January?

During January, Ridgecrest experiences an average high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the least humid month in Ridgecrest?

The months with the lowest humidity in Ridgecrest are January and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in January in Ridgecrest?

In Ridgecrest, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

How much does it rain in Ridgecrest in January?

In Ridgecrest, North Carolina, in January, during 9.9 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Ridgecrest?

In Ridgecrest, North Carolina, in January, during 3.2 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ridgecrest have in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Ridgecrest?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ridgecrest, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:55 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ridgecrest have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Ridgecrest is 5.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Ridgecrest?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Ridgecrest is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Ridgecrest, NC

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Ridgecrest, NC

Average pressure in January - Ridgecrest, 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
Ridgecrest, NC

Average wind speed in January - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.4mph).

Average humidity in January
Ridgecrest, NC

Average humidity in January - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Ridgecrest, NC

Average rainfall in January - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.4"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in January
Ridgecrest, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ridgecrest, NC

Average snowfall in January - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ridgecrest, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 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
Ridgecrest, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ridgecrest, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ridgecrest, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Ridgecrest, NC

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Ridgecrest, NC

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

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

Average visibility in January
Ridgecrest, NC

Average visibility in January - Ridgecrest, NC
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

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

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