January weather forecast
Rutherfordton, NC

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Weather in January

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

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and a low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

In Rutherfordton, in January, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.8 rainfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Rutherfordton, 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 in Rutherfordton 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in January suggests the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

The coldest time of the year is January, with temperatures averaging a high of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and a low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What are January temperatures?

The high-temperature, in January, in Rutherfordton, records 46.9°F (8.3°C), while the low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Rutherfordton, 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 Rutherfordton, North Carolina, in January, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, 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 long on average sun shines in January?

In January, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Rutherfordton, NC

Average temperature in January - Rutherfordton, 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
Rutherfordton, NC

Average pressure in January - Rutherfordton, 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
Rutherfordton, NC

Average wind speed in January - Rutherfordton, 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
Rutherfordton, NC

Average humidity in January - Rutherfordton, 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
Rutherfordton, NC

Average rainfall in January - Rutherfordton, 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
Rutherfordton, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Rutherfordton, 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
Rutherfordton, NC

Average snowfall in January - Rutherfordton, 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
Rutherfordton, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Rutherfordton, 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
Rutherfordton, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Rutherfordton, 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
Rutherfordton, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Rutherfordton, 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
Rutherfordton, NC

Average UV index in January - Rutherfordton, 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
Rutherfordton, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Rutherfordton, 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
Rutherfordton, NC

Average visibility in January - Rutherfordton, 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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