January weather forecast
Sandy Ridge, NC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Sandy Ridge, North Carolina, is another chilly winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and max 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

In Sandy Ridge, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

Rainfall

In Sandy Ridge, in January, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sandy Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.5 days and collects up to 23.58" (599mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Sandy Ridge, during January, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Sandy Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.7 days and aggregates up to 8.31" (211mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sandy Ridge, the average length of the day in January is 10h and 0min.
On the first day of January in Sandy Ridge, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In January, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

January, known for its average high temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and an average low temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C), is the coldest month.

How cold does it get in January?

During January, Sandy Ridge experiences an average high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January?

The average relative humidity in January is 72%.

How many days does it rain in January?

In January, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout January, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in January?

In Sandy Ridge, during January, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sandy Ridge have in January?

The average day length in January is 10h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:44 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

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

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sandy Ridge?

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

How high is the UV index in January?

In Sandy Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average temperature in January - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 44.2°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 (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in January
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average pressure in January - Sandy Ridge, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average wind speed in January - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in January
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average humidity in January - Sandy Ridge, 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
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average rainfall in January - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in January
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average snowfall in January - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 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
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Sandy Ridge, 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 month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and August (14.3 days).

Average UV index in January
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average UV index in January - Sandy Ridge, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Sandy Ridge, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in January
Sandy Ridge, NC

Average visibility in January - Sandy Ridge, 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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