January weather forecast
Southport, NC

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Weather in January

January, like December, is a moderate winter month in Southport, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and an average high of 55.4°F (13°C).

Temperature

January is the month when Southport, North Carolina, sees the lowest average temperatures, with a high of 55.4°F (13°C) and a low of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

January is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. In Southport, in January, snow falls for 0.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 0.9 snowfall days, and 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Southport, the average seawater temperature in January is 59.4°F (15.2°C).
Note: Most people do not enjoy swimming in water of 59.4°F (15.2°C). Breathing control becomes harder as the temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 10h and 12min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Southport, North Carolina, are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 3, January is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in January, converts into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Southport?

Southport records the coldest temperatures in January, averaging a high of 55.4°F (13°C) and a low of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

What is the temperature in January in Southport?

During January, Southport experiences an average high-temperature of 55.4°F (13°C) and a low-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Southport?

The average relative humidity in January in Southport, North Carolina, is 74%.

What is the driest month in Southport?

January is the month with the least rainfall in Southport, North Carolina. Rain falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in January in Southport?

In Southport, in January, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Southport in January?

In Southport, North Carolina, in January, during 0.4 snowfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in January in Southport?

In Southport, in January, the average water temperature is 59.4°F (15.2°C). Swimming in 59.4°F (15.2°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

How many hours of daylight does Southport have in January?

In Southport, North Carolina, the average day length in January is 10h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Southport?

On the first day of January in Southport, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Southport?

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Southport, North Carolina.

How many hours of sunshine does Southport have in January?

In Southport, the average sunshine duration in January is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Southport?

The month with the lowest UV index in Southport is January, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in January in Southport?

In Southport, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Southport, NC

Average temperature in January - Southport, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.6°F).

Average pressure in January
Southport, NC

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

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

Average wind speed in January
Southport, NC

Average wind speed in January - Southport, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Southport, NC

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, August and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (73%).

Average rainfall in January
Southport, NC

Average rainfall in January - Southport, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

Average rainfall days in January
Southport, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Southport, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in January
Southport, NC

Average snowfall in January - Southport, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Southport, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Southport, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Southport, NC

Average sea temperature in January - Southport, NC
  • Average sea temperature in January: 59.4°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (82.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (56°F).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Southport, NC

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Southport, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in January
Southport, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Southport, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 17.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and December (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Southport, NC

Average UV index in January - Southport, NC
  • Average UV index in January: 3

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

Average cloud cover in January
Southport, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Southport, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in January
Southport, NC

Average visibility in January - Southport, 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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