January weather forecast
Ridgeway, NC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Ridgeway, North Carolina, is another chilly winter month, with an average temperature varying between 46°F (7.8°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

Ridgeway's coldest month, January, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 46°F (7.8°C) to a low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout January, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.4 rainfall days, and 21.3" (541mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is January, when snow falls for 2.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January is 10h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The coldest temperatures occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 46°F (7.8°C) and a low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

What is the usual temperature for Ridgeway in January?

In Ridgeway, 46°F (7.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is the average low-temperature during January.

What is the average humidity in January?

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

How many days does it rain in January?

In Ridgeway, during January, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 2.1 days and accumulates 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Ridgeway, during January, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January?

In Ridgeway, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Ridgeway, NC

Average temperature in January - Ridgeway, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Ridgeway, NC

Average pressure in January - Ridgeway, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Ridgeway, NC

Average wind speed in January - Ridgeway, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in January
Ridgeway, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in January
Ridgeway, NC

Average rainfall in January - Ridgeway, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in January
Ridgeway, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Ridgeway, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ridgeway, NC

Average snowfall in January - Ridgeway, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ridgeway, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Ridgeway, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Ridgeway, NC

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

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ridgeway, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Ridgeway, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12 days).

Average UV index in January
Ridgeway, NC

Average UV index in January - Ridgeway, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Ridgeway, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Ridgeway, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in January
Ridgeway, NC

Average visibility in January - Ridgeway, NC
  • Average visibility in January: 6mi

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

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