January weather forecast
Ruth, NC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Ruth, North Carolina, is another chilly winter month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and an average low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

January is the coldest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 46.9°F (8.3°C) at the peak and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) at the base.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Ruth, in January, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ruth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.8 days and collects up to 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Ruth, in January, during 1.8 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ruth, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.2 days and aggregates up to 6.34" (161mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Ruth, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 5min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in January is 5.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during January translates into the following guidance:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?

January, with its high-temperature average of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and a low-temperature average of 30.7°F (-0.7°C), is the coldest month.

What are the temperatures in January?

During January, Ruth experiences an average high-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and a low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

How much does it rain in January?

In Ruth, during January, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in January?

In Ruth, during January, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ruth have in January?

In Ruth, the average day length in January is 10h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ruth have in January?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Ruth, NC

Average temperature in January - Ruth, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in January
Ruth, NC

Average pressure in January - Ruth, 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
Ruth, NC

Average wind speed in January - Ruth, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in January
Ruth, NC

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in January
Ruth, NC

Average rainfall in January - Ruth, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in January
Ruth, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Ruth, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in January
Ruth, NC

Average snowfall in January - Ruth, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Ruth, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Ruth, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 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
Ruth, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Ruth, 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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Ruth, NC

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in January
Ruth, NC

Average UV index in January - Ruth, 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
Ruth, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Ruth, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in January
Ruth, NC

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

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

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