January weather forecast
Sandy Creek, NC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another fresh winter month in Sandy Creek, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

The coldest period tends to be January, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and a low of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Sandy Creek are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall in Sandy Creek. Rain falls for 7.7 days and accumulates 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 10min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sandy Creek, the average sunshine in January is 5.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Sandy Creek. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in January interprets into the following advice:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and a low of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

What is the temperature in January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C) respectively.

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 74%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 7.7 days and typically collects 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January?

In Sandy Creek, during January, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in January?

In Sandy Creek, in January, it doesn't snow. In February, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sandy Creek have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Sandy Creek, NC

Average temperature in January - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.4°F).

Average pressure in January
Sandy Creek, NC

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Sandy Creek, NC

Average wind speed in January - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Sandy Creek, NC

Average humidity in January - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (74%).

Average rainfall in January
Sandy Creek, NC

Average rainfall in January - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in January
Sandy Creek, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sandy Creek, NC

Average snowfall in January - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sandy Creek, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.4 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
Sandy Creek, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average daylight in January: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 5h and 4min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sandy Creek, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.1 days).

Average UV index in January
Sandy Creek, NC

Average UV index in January - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in January
Sandy Creek, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Sandy Creek, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in January
Sandy Creek, NC

Average visibility in January - Sandy Creek, 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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