January weather forecast
Sylva, NC

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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Sylva, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

In Sylva, North Carolina, January records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 42.6°F (5.9°C) and reaching a low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in January in Sylva is 78%.

Rainfall

In Sylva, North Carolina, during January, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. In Sylva, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.2 days and collects up to 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sylva, in January, during 5.3 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sylva, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.7 days and aggregates up to 10.16" (258mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day in Sylva is 10h and 5min.
On the first day of January in Sylva, North Carolina, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sylva, the average sunshine in January is 5.3h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in January converts into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Sylva?

Sylva notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a average high of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

How cold is it in Sylva in January?

Sylva in January has an average high-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

What is the average humidity in January in Sylva?

In Sylva, the average relative humidity in January is 78%.

How much does it rain in Sylva in January?

In January, in Sylva, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout January, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in January in Sylva?

In January, in Sylva, North Carolina, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout January, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sylva have in January?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in January in Sylva?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:59 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in January in Sylva?

In January, the average sunshine duration in Sylva is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sylva?

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

What is the UV index reading in January in Sylva?

The average daily maximum UV index in January in Sylva, North Carolina, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in January
Sylva, NC

Average temperature in January - Sylva, NC
  • Average high temperature in January: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in January
Sylva, NC

Average pressure in January - Sylva, NC
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
Sylva, NC

Average wind speed in January - Sylva, NC
  • Average wind speed in January: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.1mph).

Average humidity in January
Sylva, NC

Average humidity in January - Sylva, NC
  • Average humidity in January: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in January
Sylva, NC

Average rainfall in January - Sylva, NC
  • Average rainfall in January: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.56").

Average rainfall days in January
Sylva, NC

Average rainfall days in January - Sylva, NC
  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in January
Sylva, NC

Average snowfall in January - Sylva, NC
  • Average snowfall in January: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in January
Sylva, NC

Average snowfall days in January - Sylva, NC
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in January
Sylva, NC

Average sunshine days in January - Sylva, NC
  • Average sunshine days in January: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in January
Sylva, NC

Average UV index in January - Sylva, NC
  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Sylva, NC

Average cloud cover in January - Sylva, NC
  • Average cloud cover in January: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in January
Sylva, NC

Average visibility in January - Sylva, NC
  • Average visibility in January: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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